---
title: "Poison Ivy: The New Seduction"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/poison-ivy-the-new-seduction-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 18222
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 94
community_rating: 4.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Poison Ivy: The New Seduction (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/poison-ivy-the-new-seduction-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Poison Ivy: The New Seduction is a film first released in 1997. Catalogued under Thriller, Romance, Drama. Produced and broadcast by New Line Cinema, CineTel Pictures, MG Entertainment. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A sinister seductress vows to destroy a suburban family in this thriller."

### Why Watch
- features a sinister seductress
- explores family conflict

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited plot details available in sources
- Tone & Suitability: The film carries an R rating and involves dramatic thriller elements.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: thriller, drama, sinister

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/poison-ivy-the-new-seduction-1997#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Kurt Voss
- **Networks / Studios**: New Line Cinema, CineTel Pictures, MG Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Michael Des Barres** as *Ivan Greer*
- **Megan Edwards** as *Joy Greer*
- **Greg Vaughan** as *Michael*
- **Susan Tyrrell** as *Mrs. B*
- **Gregory Vignolle** as *Alvaro*
- **Michael McLafferty** as *Scott*
- **Merete Van Kamp** as *Catherine*
- **Tenaya Erich** as *Violet - Age 8*
- **Jaime Pressly** as *Violet*
- **Athena Massey** as *Rebecca*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Poison Ivy: The New Seduction released?
It was released on 05/20/1997 in the US.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
It belongs to the thriller and drama genres.

### Q: What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 34 minutes.

### Q: What is the basic premise of the movie?
A sinister seductress vows to destroy a suburban family.

### Q: What is the MPAA rating of the movie?
The movie is rated R.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Poison Ivy: The New Seduction — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/18222)

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