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Kiss of the Spider Woman

7.019852h RMovieDrama

The story of two radically different men thrown together in a Latin American prison cell. One is Valentin, a journalist being tortured for his political beliefs. The other is Molina, a gay window-dresser who fills their lonely nights by spinning romantic fantasies drawn from memories of old movies.

DirectorHéctor Babenco
WriterLeonard Schrader
ProducersFrancisco Ramalho Jr.·David Weisman

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Cast · Directed by Héctor Babenco

William Hurt
William Hurt
Luis Molina
Raúl Juliá
Raúl Juliá
Valentin Arregui
Sonia Braga
Sonia Braga
Leni Lamaison / Marta / Spider Woman
José Lewgoy
José Lewgoy
Warden
Milton Gonçalves
Milton Gonçalves
Pedro
Miriam Pires
Miriam Pires
Mother
Nuno Leal Maia
Nuno Leal Maia
Gabriel
Fernando Torres
Fernando Torres
Americo
Patricio Bisso
Patricio Bisso
Greta
Herson Capri
Herson Capri
Werner
Denise Dumont
Denise Dumont
Michele
Nildo Parente
Nildo Parente
Leader of Resistance

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Kiss of the Spider Woman — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Kiss of the Spider Woman?

Kiss of the Spider Woman is streaming on HBO Max, YouTube TV and Criterion Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Kiss of the Spider Woman on Netflix?

No, Kiss of the Spider Woman is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on HBO Max and YouTube TV.

Is Kiss of the Spider Woman on Amazon Prime Video?

Kiss of the Spider Woman isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Kiss of the Spider Woman for free?

Kiss of the Spider Woman is available on HBO Max and YouTube TV in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.