The Giant Spider Invasion

Director: Bill Rebane
Actors: Steve Brodie, Barbara Hale, Robert Easton
PlotIn a small Wisconsin town, an astronomical anomaly occurs when a mysterious black hole opens above the area, sparking a bizarre meteor shower. Among the locals intrigued by these strange occurrences is farmer Dan Kester. Discovering that one of the meteorites has landed on his land, Dan realizes that the rock is encrusted with diamonds. Eager to capitalize on his newfound fortune, Dan removes the rock, disrupting its alien contents: giant spider eggs. As these eggs incubate and hatch, they unleash a horde of deadly giant spiders, quickly infesting the town. Meanwhile, Dr. Jenny Langer and NASA scientist Dr. Vance uncover worrying readings related to the cosmic event and rush to investigate its impact.
Residents of the town begin to fall victim to the deadly arachnids, igniting fear and chaos as the infestation spreads rapidly. With communication cut off and panic rising among the townsfolk, Jenny and Vance work tirelessly to understand and contain the outbreak. Their investigation reveals a link between the celestial event and the sudden growth of the spiders. As incidents escalate, Dan and his wife become embroiled in a desperate struggle for survival against the formidable predators. While some attempt to flee, others band together to combat the giant creatures, leading to an escalating battle between humans and spiders. As tensions rise and efforts intensify, Jenny and Vance confront both scientific challenges and personal confrontations in their attempt to avert disaster before the growing threat becomes uncontrollable.
Writers: Richard L. Huff, Robert Easton
Release Date: 14 Aug 1976
Runtime: 84 min
Rating: PG
Country: United States, Japan
Language: English
Physical Media Reviews
A fun, humorous throwback on 4K Blu-ray, satisfying for fans despite its campiness and dated visual upgrade.