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5.7 / 10(9 votes)IMDbNR199240mUnited States of America

Search for the Great Sharks

Synopsis

A journey into the land of sharks. The old myth of swimming killing machines is put against the true nature of those rather peaceful hunters, whose evolution ended in biological perfection millions of years ago. We accompany expeditions of Dr. Eugenie Clark and Rodney Fox, who have studied sharks since the 1950's.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Mal Wolfe
Screenplay & Story
Tim Huntley
Original Title
Search for the Great Sharks
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
40m
Production Studios
Science Museum of Minnesota, Cincinnati Museum of Natural History, Goto Optical Manufacturing Company, Graphic Films

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Mal Wolfe

Screenplay & Story

Tim Huntley

Director of Photography

Chuck Davis

Film Editing

Tim Huntley

Producers

Mike Day, Mal Wolfe

Department Leadership Roster

Tim Huntley

Writer

Mal Wolfe

Director

Mal Wolfe

Producer

Chuck Davis

Director of Photography

Tim Huntley

Editor

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Search for the Great Sharks.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Search for the Great Sharks

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Search for the Great Sharks about?

A journey into the land of sharks. The old myth of swimming killing machines is put against the true nature of those rather peaceful hunters, whose evolution ended in biological perfection millions of years ago. We accompany expeditions of Dr. Eugenie Clark and Rodney Fox, who have studied sharks since the 1950's.

Who directed Search for the Great Sharks?

Search for the Great Sharks was directed by Mal Wolfe.

Who stars in Search for the Great Sharks?

The principal cast of Search for the Great Sharks includes Joseph Campanella, Eugenie Clark, Mandy Komlosy, Craig Lynn, Don Nelson.

When was Search for the Great Sharks released and how long is it?

Search for the Great Sharks was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 40m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Search for the Great Sharks?

Search for the Great Sharks holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).