Snake Eater
“As dirty as Dirty Harry, as dangerous as Deliverance”
Synopsis
The Snake Eaters are an elite division of the Marines especially trained for search and destroy missions. This actioner chronicles the exploits of one of them who has become a cop. Known as a tough loner, he returns to find the band of backwoods bad-guys who killed his parents and abducted his sister.
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Snake Eater (1989) Original Trailer [FHD]
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 22, 1989
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 26, 1990
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Erschbamer
- Screenplay & Story
- John Dunning, Michael Paseornek
- Original Score
- John Massari
- Original Title
- Snake Eater
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Cinépix Film Properties (CFP)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Erschbamer
John Dunning, Michael Paseornek
John Massari
Glen MacPherson
Jacqueline Carmody
André Link, John Dunning
Department Leadership Roster
George Erschbamer
Director
Glen MacPherson
Director of Photography
Phil Schmidt
Production Design
John Dunning
Producer
Jacqueline Carmody
Editor
John Dunning
Screenplay
Michael Paseornek
Screenplay
John Massari
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Snake Eater
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Snake Eater about?
The Snake Eaters are an elite division of the Marines especially trained for search and destroy missions. This actioner chronicles the exploits of one of them who has become a cop. Known as a tough loner, he returns to find the band of backwoods bad-guys who killed his parents and abducted his sister.
Who directed Snake Eater?
Snake Eater was directed by George Erschbamer.
Who stars in Snake Eater?
The principal cast of Snake Eater includes Lorenzo Lamas, Josie Bell, Ronnie Hawkins, Ben DiGregorio, Ron Palillo.
When was Snake Eater released and how long is it?
Snake Eater was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Snake Eater?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Snake Eater was composed by John Massari.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Snake Eater?
Snake Eater holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).