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Shark Week

2012Movie1 h 30 min

Horror
20
TerribleGoodWatch score
IMDb2.5Rotten Tomatoes–5%
20
TerribleGoodWatch score
IMDb2.5Rotten Tomatoes–5%

Summary

A group of complete strangers find themselves isolated by a wealthy madman on his island compound. They are forced into a horrifying gauntlet where they must survive a barrage of ever deadlier species of shark.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Teens
  • Binge-friendly

Skip it if

  • You want something quiet and calm

Where to watch

Fingerprint

Not for warmth, comfort or romance.

Movies with

Cast

6 of 6

Crew

Directed by
Christopher Ray
Written by
H. Perry Horton
Produced by
David Michael Latt, David Rimawi
Music by
Steve Neal

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

August 4, 2012 · 1 h 30 min · Violence, Disturbing Imagery

Released
August 4, 2012
Runtime
1 h 30 min
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Horror
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
33 countries

Tropes

The Dragon, Death Course, Avenging the Villain +9

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Shark Week?"

Questions about Shark Week

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Shark Week worth watching?

20
TerribleGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 20 (IMDb 2.5).

Will Shark Week scare me?

Not scaryTerrifying

At times: scares are rated 7 of 10.

Is Shark Week plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly plot-driven: intrigue (7 of 10) and mystery (7 of 10) carry it more than its characters do.

What tropes does Shark Week use?

The DragonDeath CourseAvenging the VillainIntrepid ReporterStating the Simple SolutionTeaser-Only CharacterFinal GirlInstant SedationEven Evil Has Loved OnesHeroic SacrificeDwindling PartyShark Pooland 8 more

TV Tropes lists 20 tropes for it, including The Dragon, Death Course, and Avenging the Villain.