The Worm Eaters


1h 35m 1981

Brief Synopsis

Herman Umgar, a German hermit, has an ability to communicate with worms. One day the mayor of the town runs him off his property, so in revenge he plants worms in everybody's food. However, these worms are a special breed of mutant worms from the Red Tide, and when the people eat them they are transformed into giant worms themselves. These worm-people also become Herman's slaves. What will the remaining do?

Film Details

Also Known As
Worm Eaters
Genre
Comedy
Horror
Release Date
1981

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 35m
Color
Color

Synopsis

Herman Umgar is a worm-breeder whose behavior is more than a little on the odd side. He likes to sneak worms into people's food just to upset everyone and watch the "fun." Unfortunately, Herman owns half of the town. His father was killed in 1939 by the father of the current mayor, who would love to have Herman committed and take over the town himself. While this political scenario is brewing, Herman's hijinks escalate into a real problem. After he hides a worm in a plate of spaghetti, the woman who eats it mutates into a half woman, half worm creature, and before long several such worm-like mutants are showing up around town. .

Film Details

Also Known As
Worm Eaters
Genre
Comedy
Horror
Release Date
1981

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 35m
Color
Color

Quotes

I'll rip your tongue off and slap ya silly with it!
- Herman Umgar

Trivia

Miscellaneous Notes

Released in USA on video.

c Eastmancolor

8550 feet