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Piranha

Piranha

A hideous death lurked unseen in the river...

When flesh-eating piranhas are accidently released into a summer resort's rivers, the guests become their next meal.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Piranha
  • Genres: Horror, Science Fiction
  • Release Date: 1978-08-03
  • Runtime: 94 minutes
  • Rating: 5.958/10 (699 votes)
  • Budget: $660,000
  • Revenue: $16,000,000
  • Production Companies: New World Pictures, Chako Film Company
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.4696
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Bradford Dillman

Bradford Dillman

as Paul Grogan

Heather Menzies

Heather Menzies

as Maggie McKeown

Kevin McCarthy

Kevin McCarthy

as Dr. Robert Hoak

Keenan Wynn

Keenan Wynn

as Jack

Dick Miller

Dick Miller

as Buck Gardner

Barbara Steele

Barbara Steele

as Dr. Mengers

Belinda Balaski

Belinda Balaski

as Betsy

Melody Thomas Scott

Melody Thomas Scott

as Laura Dickinson

Bruce Gordon

Bruce Gordon

as Colonel Waxman

Barry Brown

Barry Brown

as Trooper

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

TCM Underground Presents: Slumberground - Piranha (1978)

Piranha ≣ 1978 ≣ Trailer

Jon Davison on PIRANHA

Piranha (1978) trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Piranha?

Piranha is a Horror, Science Fiction movie directed by . It was released on 1978-08-03.

Who are the main actors in Piranha?

The main cast includes Bradford Dillman, Heather Menzies, Kevin McCarthy, Keenan Wynn, Dick Miller, .

Where can I watch Piranha online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Piranha is available.

Is Piranha based on a true story?

A hideous death lurked unseen in the river...

What is the IMDb rating of Piranha?

Piranha has an IMDb rating of 5.958/10 based on 699 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Piranha?

The movie had a production budget of $660,000 and earned $16,000,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Piranha?

The soundtrack was composed by New World Pictures, Chako Film Company. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Piranha filmed?

Piranha was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Piranha?

The total runtime of Piranha is 94 minutes.

Is Piranha suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Piranha?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Piranha.

Does Piranha have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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