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The Worm Eaters

"An inmortal film of our time..."

April 12, 1977 1h 30m 4.2/10 (19 votes)

Originally released in 1977. The Worm Eaters is a comedy/horror film. directed by Herb Robins.

Starring Herb Robins, Barry Hostetler, and Lindsay Armstrong Black

Synopsis

Herman Umgar, a German hermit, has an ability to communicate with worms. One day the mayor of the town runs him off his property, so in revenge he plants worms in everybody's food. However, these worms are a special breed of mutant worms from the Red Tide, and when the people eat them they are transformed into giant worms themselves. These worm-people also become Herman's slaves. What will the remaining do?

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 12, 1977 48 years ago
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Runtime 1h 30m 90 minutes total
User Rating 4.2/10 Mixed (19 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Cinema Features

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Worm Eaters about?

Herman Umgar, a German hermit, has an ability to communicate with worms. One day the mayor of the town runs him off his property, so in revenge he plants worms in everybody's food. However, these w...

Who directed The Worm Eaters?

The Worm Eaters was directed by Herb Robins.

How long is The Worm Eaters?

The Worm Eaters has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).

When was The Worm Eaters released?

The Worm Eaters was released on April 12, 1977 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Worm Eaters?

The main cast of The Worm Eaters includes Herb Robins, Barry Hostetler, Lindsay Armstrong Black, Mike Garrison, Joseph Sacket.