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Shark Attack (1999): cast, story & where to watch

1999 · Film · ★ 4.7

Shark Attack poster

Released in 1999, Shark Attack is a horror film directed by Bob Misiorowski, running about 95 minutes. “The worlds deadliest predator just got angry...” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. When an accidental death verdict is given on discovery of the remains of a top scientist, within the stomach of a hammerhead shark his closest friend Marine Biologist Steven McRay is not happy with the explanation and travels to investigate further, where he discovers that his friend's death was not an isolated incident, and that the local population have been terrorised by a rash of shark attacks.Developments in scientific technology had allowed experts to predict the pattern and likelihood of Shark Attacks, but now it seems that they may also be able to actually control these factors, rendering at their disposal the ultimate Killing machine.Enjoy the water... you may never want to go in the sea again!

Who’s in it. Shark Attack stars Casper Van Dien as Steven McKray, Ernie Hudson as Lawrence Rhodes, Bentley Mitchum as Dr. Miles Craven and Jenny McShane as Corinne Desantis, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Shark Attack has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shark Attack page.

If you liked it. Fans of Shark Attack tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Shark Attack (1999)?
In US, Shark Attack is available to stream on fuboTV, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Shark Attack worth watching?
Shark Attack holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Shark Attack?
Shark Attack stars Casper Van Dien, Ernie Hudson, Bentley Mitchum, Jenny McShane and Cordell McQueen.
When was Shark Attack released?
Shark Attack was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.