Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus
“Winner... Eats... All!”
Synopsis
The California coast is terrorized by two enormous prehistoric sea creatures as they battle each other for supremacy of the sea.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Mega Shark vs Giant Octopus trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-05-12
Top Cast
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Lorenzo Lamas
Allan Baxter
Debbie Gibson
Emma MacNeil
Sean Lawlor
Lamar Sanders
Vic Chao
Seiji Shimada
Jonathan Nation
Vince
Mark Hengst
Dick Ritchie
Michael Teh
Takeo
Chris Haley
Kenji
Dustin Harnish
Helmsman
Dean Kreyling
U.S. Sub Captain
Stephen Blackehart
U.S. Sub Sonar Chief
Dana DiMatteo
Marine Biologist
Myles Cranford
Deputy
Dana Healey
Naval Officer
John Bolen
Weapons Officer
Russ Kingston
Admiral Scott
Larry Wang Parrish
Japanese Typhoon Captain
Stephanie Gernhauser
Sub Commander
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 19, 2009
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 17, 2010
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$1M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$722
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
0x
-$999K deficit
Theatrical Status
Budget Return
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Perez
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Perez
- Original Score
- Chris Ridenhour
- Original Title
- Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Japan
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Budget
- $1M
- Worldwide Gross
- $722
- Production Studios
- The Asylum, Giant Seafood, Albatros (JP)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Perez
Jack Perez
Chris Ridenhour
Alexander Yellen
Marq Morrison
David Rimawi, David Michael Latt
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Perez
Screenplay
Jack Perez
Director
David Jones
Visual Effects Supervisor
Chris Ridenhour
Original Music Composer
Michelle Hodnett
Costume Design
Marq Morrison
Editor
Nino Zagaroli
Production Design
Alexander Yellen
Director of Photography
David Michael Latt
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus about?
The California coast is terrorized by two enormous prehistoric sea creatures as they battle each other for supremacy of the sea.
Who directed Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus?
Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus was directed by Jack Perez.
Who stars in Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus?
The principal cast of Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus includes Lorenzo Lamas, Debbie Gibson, Sean Lawlor, Vic Chao, Jonathan Nation.
When was Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus released and how long is it?
Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
What was the box office and production budget of Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus?
Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus had a reported production budget of $1M and grossed $722 at the worldwide box office (0 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).
Who composed the musical score for Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus was composed by Chris Ridenhour.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus?
Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.).