12 Days of Terror
“The True Story of the New Jersey Man-Eater.”
Synopsis
July of 1916 was a time of record heat, a polio epidemic, and a World War in Europe. But beachgoers in New Jersey are threatened by a even greater terror: a shark that has suddenly developed a taste for human flesh. Starting July 1st and lasting over a period of 12 days, the unidentified shark kills four people and seriously injures a fifth before the attacks stop, and threatens New Jersey's thriving tourist industry. Based on true events, and one of the inspirations behind Peter Benchley's Jaws.
Top Cast
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Colin Egglesfield
Alex
Mark Dexter
Stanley
Jenna Harrison
Alice
John Rhys-Davies
Captain
Jamie Bartlett
Michael Schleisser
Adrian Galley
Engel
Patrick Lyster
Mayor Perillo
Adrienne Pearce
Mrs. Stillwell
Colin Stinton
Dr. John Nichols
Christine Truter
Young Mother
Paula Pursch
Mrs. Vansant
Karl Thaning
Charles Vansant
George Christopher Smith
Michael Dunn
Danny Keogh
Train Engineer
Sean Higgs
Bartender
Warrick Grier
Arthur Smith
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 25, 2006
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Sholder
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Fernicola, Tommy Lee Wallace, Jeffrey Reiner
- Original Score
- J. Peter Robinson
- Original Title
- 12 Days of Terror
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Discovery, Fox Television Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Sholder
Richard Fernicola, Tommy Lee Wallace, Jeffrey Reiner
J. Peter Robinson
Jacques Haitkin
Michael Schweitzer
Dennis Stuart Murphy, Orly Adelson, Jack E. Smith
Department Leadership Roster
J. Peter Robinson
Original Music Composer
Dennis Stuart Murphy
Producer
Jack Sholder
Director
Jacques Haitkin
Director of Photography
Jonathan A. Carlson
Production Design
Michael Schweitzer
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 12 Days of Terror
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is 12 Days of Terror about?
July of 1916 was a time of record heat, a polio epidemic, and a World War in Europe. But beachgoers in New Jersey are threatened by a even greater terror: a shark that has suddenly developed a taste for human flesh. Starting July 1st and lasting over a period of 12 days, the unidentified shark kills four people and seriously injures a fifth before the attacks stop, and threatens New Jersey's thriving tourist industry. Based on true events, and one of the inspirations behind Peter Benchley's Jaws.
Who directed 12 Days of Terror?
12 Days of Terror was directed by Jack Sholder.
Who stars in 12 Days of Terror?
The principal cast of 12 Days of Terror includes Colin Egglesfield, Mark Dexter, Jenna Harrison, John Rhys-Davies, Jamie Bartlett.
When was 12 Days of Terror released and how long is it?
12 Days of Terror was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for 12 Days of Terror?
The original motion picture soundtrack for 12 Days of Terror was composed by J. Peter Robinson.
Is 12 Days of Terror based on a book or true story?
12 Days of Terror is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Richard Fernicola".
What is the age rating and content advisory for 12 Days of Terror?
12 Days of Terror holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).