Piranha (1978)
Piranha is a 1978 horror movie directed by Joe Dante, with a running time of 1h 34m. It stars Bradford Dillman, Heather Menzies and Kevin McCarthy.
When flesh-eating piranhas are accidentally released into a summer resort's rivers, the guests become their next meal.
Quick answers
What is Piranha about?
When flesh-eating piranhas are accidentally released into a summer resort's rivers, the guests become their next meal.
When was Piranha released?
Piranha was released on 3 August 1978.
How long is Piranha?
Piranha runs 1h 34m.
Who made Piranha?
Piranha was directed by Joe Dante.
Where can I watch Piranha?
Piranha is available on AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+, AMC+ Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Cineverse Amazon Channel.
Where to watch Piranha
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Cast
- Bradford Dillman as Paul Grogan
- Heather Menzies as Maggie McKeown
- Kevin McCarthy as Dr. Robert Hoak
- Keenan Wynn as Jack
- Dick Miller as Buck Gardner
- Barbara Steele as Dr. Mengers
- Belinda Balaski as Betsy
- Melody Thomas Scott as Laura Dickinson
- Bruce Gordon as Colonel Waxman
- Barry Brown as Trooper
- Paul Bartel as Mr. Dumont
- Shannon Collins as Suzie Grogan
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