Ginger Snaps (2000)
Kernel Score: 76% · 968 ratings
Genres: Fantasy, Horror, Drama, Thriller
Released: 2000-08-10
Runtime: 108 minutes
Where to watch Ginger Snaps
- Stream: Prime Video, Peacock, Philo
- Free with ads: Fawesome, The CW, Fandango at Home, Plex, Prime Video (free with ads)
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
The story of two outcast sisters, Ginger and Brigitte, in the mindless suburban town of Bailey Downs. On the night of Ginger's first period, she is savagely attacked by a wild creature. Ginger's wounds miraculously heal but something is not quite right. Now Brigitte must save her sister and save herself.
Ginger Snaps parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that Ginger Snaps is a horror film about a teenage girl who becomes a werewolf after being attacked, tied to themes of puberty and body horror.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Includes murder, a savage attack, and body horror/transformation sequences.
- Sex, romance & nudity: Some — Themes of menstruation and physical transformation are treated with dark, mature undertones.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Some — Marijuana use is referenced among the keywords.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
John Fawcett
Cast
- Katharine Isabelle as Ginger Fitzgerald
- Emily Perkins as Brigitte Fitzgerald
- Kris Lemche as Sam
- Mimi Rogers as Pamela Fitzgerald
- Jesse Moss as Jason McCardy
- Danielle Hampton as Trina Sinclair
- John Bourgeois as Henry Fitzgerald
- Peter Keleghan as Mr. Wayne
- Christopher Redman as Ben
- Jimmy MacInnis as Tim
Ginger Snaps FAQ
Is Ginger Snaps good?
Ginger Snaps has a 76% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 968 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Ginger Snaps?
In the US you can stream Ginger Snaps on Prime Video, Peacock and Philo, watch it free with ads on Fawesome, The CW, Fandango at Home, Plex and Prime Video (free with ads) and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Ginger Snaps OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Ginger Snaps is a horror film about a teenage girl who becomes a werewolf after being attacked, tied to themes of puberty and body horror.
What movies are like Ginger Snaps?
If you liked Ginger Snaps, try Bring Her Back, Halloween, Night of the Living Dead and A Nightmare on Elm Street.