The Shark Hunter (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 3.9
Released in 1979, The Shark Hunter is an adventure film directed by Enzo G. Castellari, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. A crusty recluse on a Caribbean island who is dedicated to destroying sharks gets involved in a hunt for buried treasure.
Who’s in it. The Shark Hunter stars Franco Nero as Mike di Donato, Werner Pochath as Ramon (as Werner Pochat), Jorge Luke as Acapulco and Patricia Rivera as Juanita, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.9/10, The Shark Hunter has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Night Flight Plus and FlixFling and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Shark Hunter page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shark Hunter 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 The Shark Hunter (1979)?
- In US, The Shark Hunter is available to stream on Night Flight Plus and FlixFling, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Shark Hunter worth watching?
- The Shark Hunter holds an audience score of 3.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Shark Hunter?
- The Shark Hunter stars Franco Nero, Werner Pochath, Jorge Luke, Patricia Rivera and Michael Forest.
- When was The Shark Hunter released?
- The Shark Hunter was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.