Spider Baby
In a dilapidated rural mansion, the last generation of the degenerate, inbred Merrye family lives with the inherited curse of a disease that causes them to mentally regress from the age of 10 or so on as they physically develop. The family chauffeur looks out for them and covers up their indiscretions. Trouble comes when greedy distant relatives and their lawyer arrive to dispossess the family of its home.
Why it matters
A gonzo blend of macabre family dysfunction and black comedy that bridges classic monster cinema with ’60s exploitation grit.
- Sid Haig’s early, unhinged turn predates his iconic horror persona—watch for the spark of madness to come.
- A decrepit mansion setting that feels both timeless and claustrophobic, a perfect stage for inbred degeneration and dark humor.
- Straddles the line between gothic horror and campy cult oddity, making it a must-see for fans of offbeat, borderline surreal genre fare.
- Its black-and-white aesthetic and uneven pacing speak to its troubled production history but add to the eerie, unsettling vibe.
Director
6 horror films in catalog
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
28
Slow Burn
0
Psychological
43
Supernatural
20
Creature
0
Disturbing
83
Fun Factor
83
Cerebral
43
Survival
83
