Killer Shark (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1950, Killer Shark is an adventure film directed by Budd Boetticher, running about 76 minutes.
What it’s about. A college student takes a break and goes out to sea with his father, the captain of a shark-hunting boat. When his inexperience results in an accident in which his father and a crewman are badly injured, he tries to make up for it by rounding up another crew and going back out on the hunt. However, things don't turn out quite the way he planned.
Who’s in it. Killer Shark stars Roddy McDowall as Ted White, Laurette Luez as Maria, Roland Winters as Jeffrey White and Edward Norris as Ramon, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Killer Shark has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Killer Shark page.
If you liked it. Fans of Killer Shark tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Killer Shark (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Killer Shark change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Killer Shark worth watching?
- Killer Shark holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Killer Shark?
- Killer Shark stars Roddy McDowall, Laurette Luez, Roland Winters, Edward Norris and Rick Vallin.
- When was Killer Shark released?
- Killer Shark was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.