Wild Things (1998)
A seedy guidance counselor fights for his reputation as two high school girls spin a web of deceit.
When teen-socialite Kelly Van Ryan and troubled bad girl Suzie Toller accuse guidance counselor Sam Lombardo of rape, he's suspended by the school, rejected by the town, and fighting to get his life back. One cop suspects conspiracy, but nothing is what it seems...
How intense is Wild Things?
Wild Things is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is brisk, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Wild Things feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulpulpygritty
- Pace
- Brisk
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Wild Things
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is Wild Things for you?
Is Wild Things scary?
Only a little. Wild Things has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Wild Things gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is Wild Things sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Wild Things OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is Wild Things?
Wild Things runs 1h 48m.
Where can I stream Wild Things?
Wild Things is streaming on Plex and Tubi.
Does Wild Things have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
There is a twist, and that is all we are saying.
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