"Arachnophobia" is a horror-comedy film directed by Frank Marshall, released in 1990. The movie blends elements of horror and humor and is known for its premise involving deadly spiders.
The film stars Jeff Daniels as Dr. Ross Jennings, a newly arrived doctor in a small town. After a deadly Venezuelan spider hitches a ride to the United States, it mates with a local spider, creating a new species with highly venomous and aggressive traits. As the spiders begin to infest the town, Dr. Jennings must work to stop the deadly arachnids from spreading and causing harm.
"Arachnophobia" is recognized for its mix of scares and comedy. John Goodman also features in a memorable role as Delbert McClintock, an exterminator enlisted to help deal with the spider infestation. The film explores the fear of spiders in a tongue-in-cheek manner, providing thrills and laughs in equal measure.
While "Arachnophobia" received a somewhat mixed critical reception upon its release, it has gained a cult following over the years and is often remembered for its entertaining and humorous take on the horror genre.