The Serpent and the Rainbow
"Don't Bury Me...I'm Not Dead!"
Originally released in 1988. The Serpent and the Rainbow is a horror/thriller film. directed by Wes Craven.
Starring Bill Pullman, Cathy Tyson, and Zakes Mokae
Synopsis
A Harvard anthropologist is sent to Haiti to retrieve a strange powder that is said to have the power to bring human beings back from the dead. In his quest to find the miracle drug, the cynical scientist enters the rarely seen netherworld of walking zombies, blood rites and ancient curses. Based on the true life experiences of Wade Davis and filmed on location in Haiti, it's a frightening excursion into black magic and the supernatural.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 5, 1988
37 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (534 votes)
Budget
$11M
Production budget
Box Office
$19.6M
1.8x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $11,000,000
- Revenue
- $19,595,031
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Serpent and the Rainbow about?
A Harvard anthropologist is sent to Haiti to retrieve a strange powder that is said to have the power to bring human beings back from the dead. In his quest to find the miracle drug, the cynical sc...
Who directed The Serpent and the Rainbow?
The Serpent and the Rainbow was directed by Wes Craven.
How long is The Serpent and the Rainbow?
The Serpent and the Rainbow has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was The Serpent and the Rainbow released?
The Serpent and the Rainbow was released on February 5, 1988 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Serpent and the Rainbow?
The main cast of The Serpent and the Rainbow includes Bill Pullman, Cathy Tyson, Zakes Mokae, Paul Winfield, Brent Jennings.
Is The Serpent and the Rainbow worth watching?
The Serpent and the Rainbow has a user rating of 6.4/10 based on 534 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.