
The Serpent and the Rainbow
Don't Bury Me...I'm Not Dead!
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Serpent and the Rainbow
- Genres: Horror, Thriller
- Release Date: 1988-02-05
- Runtime: 98 minutes
- Rating: 6.386/10 (517 votes)
- Budget: $11,000,000
- Revenue: $19,595,031
- Production Companies: Universal Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.0925
- Languages: French, Spanish, English
Cast & Crew

Bill Pullman
as Dennis Alan

Cathy Tyson
as Marielle Duchamp

Zakes Mokae
as Dargent Peytraud

Paul Winfield
as Lucien Celine

Brent Jennings
as Louis Mozart

Conrad Roberts
as Christophe

Badja Djola
as Gaston

Theresa Merritt
as Simone

Michael Gough
as Schoonbacher

Paul Guilfoyle
as Andrew Cassedy
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The Serpent and the Rainbow (1988) - Official Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Serpent and the Rainbow?▼
The Serpent and the Rainbow is a Horror, Thriller movie directed by . It was released on 1988-02-05.
Who are the main actors in The Serpent and the Rainbow?▼
The main cast includes Bill Pullman, Cathy Tyson, Zakes Mokae, Paul Winfield, Brent Jennings, .
Where can I watch The Serpent and the Rainbow online?▼
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Is The Serpent and the Rainbow based on a true story?▼
Don't Bury Me...I'm Not Dead!
What is the IMDb rating of The Serpent and the Rainbow?▼
The Serpent and the Rainbow has an IMDb rating of 6.386/10 based on 517 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Serpent and the Rainbow?▼
The movie had a production budget of $11,000,000 and earned $19,595,031 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Serpent and the Rainbow?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Universal Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Serpent and the Rainbow filmed?▼
The Serpent and the Rainbow was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Serpent and the Rainbow?▼
The total runtime of The Serpent and the Rainbow is 98 minutes.
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The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Serpent and the Rainbow?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Serpent and the Rainbow.
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