This is about “Jaws of Satan,” a horror movie from 1981. The movie involves a preacher, played by Fritz Weaver, who is in a battle with Satan, who takes the form of a huge snake. The movie also stars Gretchen Corbett and Jon Korkes. There is more to find out about the making of the movie, including interesting trivia and backstage facts.
Where it Filmed?
“Jaws of Satan” was filmed in various places within Alabama, USA. This includes DeSoto Caverns in Childersburg, Greenetrack in Eutaw, Bama Rock Gardens in Vance, and other locations within Alabama. As for the filming dates, the movie was released on July 24, 1981, in West Germany, but the specific filming dates are unknown.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Fritz Weaver | Father Tom Farrow |
| Gretchen Corbett | Dr. Maggie Sheridan |
| Jon Korkes | Dr. Paul Hendricks |
| Norman Lloyd | The Monsignore |
| Diana Douglas | Evelyn Downs |
| Bob Hannah | Matt Perry |
| Nancy Priddy | Elizabeth Perry |
| Christina Applegate | Kim Perry |
| John McCurry | Sheriff George Tatum |
| Mary Lyons McEvoy | Mrs. Carson |
| Bill Gribble | Trainman |
| Jamie Lawrence | Carnie Kid |
| Mark Richards | Dr. Owens |
| Sarah Wilson | Female Medic |
| William Clutton | Male Medic |
| David Fawcett | Farmer |
| Stuart Byham | Farmer’s Son |
| Denise Cannon | Denise Williams |
| Don Isaacs | Intern |
| Virginia Samford | Senator |
| Mike Smith | Biker |
| Ed Crick | Cabbie |
| Rick Dowling | Troubled Young Man |
| Pat Purcell | Blue Collar Worker |
| Cavanaugh Yelling | Orderly |
| Pam Middaugh | Nurse |
| Nick DeMarinis | Man at Motel |
| Jane Berman | Loud Lady at Party |
| Chris Carney | Teen at Sawmill |
| Melanie Van Reeman | Teen at Sawmill |
Trivia and Facts
- This film was the debut for Christina Applegate.
- During one scene when the devil cobra attacks and kills a man on a train, you can see the glass separating the snake from the man. If you look closely, you can see the man’s reflection in it. When the snake supposedly “bites” the man, you actually hear the snake thumping the glass with its head.
- The movie is also known as “King Cobra” in the United Kingdom and Canada.
- “Everything Is Terrible! Presents: The Great Satan” (2018) featured scenes from “Jaws of Satan”.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: DeSoto Caverns, Childersburg, Alabama, USA
- Latitude: 33.306761
- Longitude: -86.2776918
- Place ID: ChIJN7ZZDjhfiYgRS7WWqn6JJoM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Majestic Caverns, 5181 Desoto Caverns Pkwy, Childersburg, AL 35044, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Greenetrack, Eutaw, Alabama, USA
- Latitude: 32.8406848
- Longitude: -87.8875145
- Place ID: ChIJAe2BmPDChYgR814WE-mVAdg
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Eutaw, AL 35462, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Bama Rock Gardens, Vance, Alabama, USA
- Latitude: 33.2064388
- Longitude: -87.2148163
- Place ID: ChIJayeZKY7JiIgRepAPD_XBW2A
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 6Q4P+H3, Vance, AL 35490, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Alabama, USA
- Latitude: 32.3182314
- Longitude: -86.902298
- Place ID: ChIJdf5LHzR_hogR6czIUzU0VV4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Alabama, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
