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Release Year2001
Runtime1h 35m
LanguageEnglish
Certification15
GenresAdventure, Horror, Science Fiction
Votes86
DirectorJack Sholder
WritersMark Sevi
TypeFeature Film
Rating4.3 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsArachnid
About Arachnid
Mercer's brother, an amateur pilot, crashes on an island and is killed by a giant spider. A year later, when Mercer goes in search of him, she discovers a breed of poisonous arachnids ready to attack.
Directed by Jack Sholder, Arachnid leans on a strong ensemble — Chris Potter, Alex Reid, José Sancho — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about adventure titles of 2001.
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