'Gator Bait (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1974, 'Gator Bait is an action and thriller film directed by Beverly Sebastian, running about 88 minutes. “UNTAMED AND DEADLY, she ruled the swamp with a BLAZING GUN and a LUSCIOUS SMILE” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Desirée lives deep in the swamp and supports herself and her siblings by poaching. After an accident involving Deputy Billy and a friend, the Sheriff, Deputy and a family of locals go after Desirée. Soon the hunters become the hunted as she exacts her revenge for their violence against her family.
Who’s in it. 'Gator Bait stars Claudia Jennings as Desiree Thibodeau, Sam Gilman as TJ Bracken, Douglas Dirkson as Leroy Bracken and Clyde Ventura as Deputy, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, 'Gator Bait has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on AMC+ Amazon Channel, Shudder Amazon Channel and Shudder Apple TV Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 'Gator Bait page.
If you liked it. Fans of 'Gator Bait tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 'Gator Bait (1974)?
- In US, 'Gator Bait is available to stream on AMC+ Amazon Channel, Shudder Amazon Channel and Shudder Apple TV Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is 'Gator Bait worth watching?
- 'Gator Bait holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in 'Gator Bait?
- 'Gator Bait stars Claudia Jennings, Sam Gilman, Douglas Dirkson, Clyde Ventura and Don Baldwin.
- When was 'Gator Bait released?
- 'Gator Bait was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.