

Holy Spider
2022, Persian. Directed by Ali Abbasi.
A journalist descends into the dark underbelly of the Iranian holy city of Mashhad as she investigates the serial killings of sex workers by the so called "Spider Killer", who believes he is cleansing the streets of sinners.
- Runtime
- 1h 58m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Persian
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 13 July 2022
- Original title
- عنکبوت مقدس
- Country
- Denmark, Jordan, France, Germany, Sweden
- Written by
- Afshin Kamran Bahrami, Ali Abbasi
- Box office
- $1.3M
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What Holy Spider is based on
Holy Spider is based on a true story.
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Holy Spider: quick answers
Is Holy Spider worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 555 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Holy Spider?
Holy Spider runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Does Holy Spider have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Holy Spider. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Holy Spider parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Holy Spider is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Holy Spider on?
Holy Spider isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Holy Spider?
If you liked Holy Spider, try A Good Woman Is Hard to Find, Blindfire, Dear Mr. Gacy.
Who directed Holy Spider?
Holy Spider (2022) was directed by Ali Abbasi and stars Zar Amir Ebrahimi, Mehdi Bajestani, Arash Ashtiani.
What is Holy Spider based on?
Holy Spider is based on a true story.