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Jennifer's Body

2009
1h 42m
R
5.6/10
167,162 votes
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47%
Tomatometer
47
47Metascore
ComedyHorror

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Overview

Nerdy, reserved bookworm Needy Lesnicki, and arrogant, conceited cheerleader Jennifer Check are best friends, though they share little in common. They share even less in common when Jennifer mysteriously gains an appetite for human blood after a disastrous fire at a local bar. As Needy's male classmates are steadily killed in gruesome attacks, the ...

Director / Creator

Karyn Kusama

Writers

Diablo Cody

Top Cast

Megan Fox
Amanda Seyfried
Adam Brody
Box Office$16,204,793
Awards3 wins & 4 nominations total

About Jennifer's Body (2009)

Filmoverview · cast · reception · where to watch

Overview

Jennifer's Body (2009) is a Comedy and Horror film from United States and Canada. the film was directed by Karyn Kusama from a screenplay by Diablo Cody. It runs 1 hour and 42 minutes and was produced primarily in English and Spanish.

What it's about

Nerdy, reserved bookworm Needy Lesnicki, and arrogant, conceited cheerleader Jennifer Check are best friends, though they share little in common. They share even less in common when Jennifer mysteriously gains an appetite for human blood after a disastrous fire at a local bar. As Needy's male classmates are steadily killed in gruesome attacks, the young girl must uncover the truth behind her friend's transformation and find a way to stop the bloodthirsty rampage before it reaches her own boyfriend Chip.

Cast and crew

The film stars Megan Fox, Amanda Seyfried, and Adam Brody in supporting roles. Writing credits go to Diablo Cody, whose work establishes the story structure and dialogue throughout.

Critical reception

On IMDb, Jennifer's Body holds a rating of 5.6/10 based on 167,162 user votes. Rotten Tomatoes lists a critical score of 47%. Metacritic aggregates a score of 47/100 from professional reviewers. Notable recognition: 3 wins & 4 nominations total. These numbers place Jennifer's Body within the broader landscape of Comedy and Horror cinema from 2009, giving viewers a benchmark before deciding to watch.

Where to watch

It can also be rented or purchased digitally through AppleTV, Amazon, and YouTube. Streaming rights move between platforms regularly, so the providers shown above reflect current availability based on the most recent data we have on file.

Why Jennifer's Body is worth knowing

If you enjoy Comedy or Horror films, Jennifer's Body offers a representative example of the genre's conventions and storytelling style. As a 2009 release, it sits within a specific moment in film history, making it a useful reference point for understanding how comedy evolved during that period. Performances from Megan Fox and Amanda Seyfried are central to the work, and tracking their broader filmographies can lead to other titles you may want to add to your watchlist. Use VidScio to identify scenes, find related movies, and keep Jennifer's Body on your watchlist for later.

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