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Sssssss 1973

“Terror is ready to strike!”

★ 5.1/10 · 112 votes PG HorrorScience Fiction Released
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What is Sssssss?

The 1973 film Sssssss follows a college student named David who seeks employment and is hired by Dr. Stoner.

Type
Film
Year
1973
Status
Released
Runtime
99 minutes
Release date
Jul 6, 1973
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
The Zanuck/Brown Company, Universal Pictures
Genres
Horror, Science Fiction
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Overview

The 1973 film Sssssss follows a college student named David who seeks employment and is hired by Dr. Stoner. The doctor specializes in research and experiments involving snakes, and he brings David on board to serve as his lab assistant. During his time working for the doctor, David develops a romantic interest in Kristina, who is the daughter of Dr. Stoner. While the professional relationship appears standard on the surface, the narrative reveals that Dr. Stoner has developed a secret serum capable of transforming a human being into a King Cobra snake. The doctor intends to use this experimental substance on his new assistant, David. The film explores the dark consequences of these scientific pursuits as David becomes the subject of the doctor's hidden agenda. This production centers on the intersection of academic research, personal relationships, and the horrific implications of Dr. Stoner's transformation experiments. The story documents the progression of these events as David finds himself caught within the doctor's dangerous and clandestine project.

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Should you watch it?

“A college student’s new lab job spirals into a deadly snake transformation experiment.”

Reasons to watch
  • Classic 1970s horror vibe
  • Unique snake‑serum premise
  • Atmospheric body‑horror effects
Keep in mind
  • Dated special effects
  • Pacing reflects its era

Watch it if you enjoy vintage creature horror with a sci‑fi twist.

The film’s creepy snake imagery and body‑horror moments are mild enough for a PG audience.

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Frequently asked questions

Who directed Sssssss?

It was directed by Bernard L. Kowalski.

Who are the main actors?

The film stars Strother Martin, Dirk Benedict, and Heather Menzies.

What is the basic plot?

A college student named David becomes a lab assistant for a snake‑research doctor who plans to turn him into a King Cobra.

What genre does the film belong to?

It is a horror and science‑fiction film.

What rating does the movie have?

It was released with a PG rating.