The Black Belly of the Tarantula
1971, Italian. Directed by Paolo Cavara.
With needles dipped in deadly venom the victims are paralyzed - so they must lie awake and watch themselves die!
Inspector Tellini investigates serial crimes where victims are paralyzed while having their bellies ripped open with a sharp knife.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Italian
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 100 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Black Belly of the Tarantula
The Black Belly of the Tarantula is streaming on AMC+, Night Flight Plus, and Shudder in India.
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Cast & crew
- Paolo CavaraDirector
- Giancarlo GianniniInspector Tellini
- Claudine AugerLaura
- Barbara BouchetMaria Zani
- Rossella FalkFranca Valentino
- Silvano TranquilliPaolo Zani
- Annabella IncontreraMirta Ricci
- Ezio MaranoMasseur
- Barbara BachJenny
- Stefania SandrelliAnna Tellini
- Giancarlo PreteMario
- Anna SaiaMaria's friend
- Nino VingelliInspector Di Giacomo
Details
- Released
- 12 August 1971
- Original title
- La tarantola dal ventre nero
- Country
- France, Italy
- Written by
- Lucile Laks, Marcello Danon
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The Black Belly of the Tarantula: quick answers
Is The Black Belly of the Tarantula worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 100 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Black Belly of the Tarantula?
The Black Belly of the Tarantula runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does The Black Belly of the Tarantula have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Black Belly of the Tarantula. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Black Belly of the Tarantula parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Black Belly of the Tarantula is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Black Belly of the Tarantula on?
The Black Belly of the Tarantula is streaming on AMC+, Night Flight Plus, and Shudder in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Black Belly of the Tarantula?
If you liked The Black Belly of the Tarantula, try Death Walks on High Heels, Seven Blood-Stained Orchids, The Bloodstained Shadow.
Who directed The Black Belly of the Tarantula?
The Black Belly of the Tarantula (1971) was directed by Paolo Cavara and stars Giancarlo Giannini, Claudine Auger, Barbara Bouchet.