Piranha
“Lost River Lake was a thriving resort, Until they discovered...”
Synopsis
Doctor Baines has been conducting genetic experiments on piranhas and has made them virtually unstoppable. Unfortunately, his assistants, Maggie and Paul, accidentally release the hybrids into the Lost River Lake threatening to destroy everyone in their path. Can they prevent the flesh-eating piranhas from escaping into the ocean and spawning?
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William Katt
Paul Grogan
Alexandra Paul
Maggie McNamara
Monte Markham
J.R. Randolph
Darleen Carr
Dr. Leticia Baines
Mila Kunis
Susie Grogan
Soleil Moon Frye
Laura
Kehli O'Byrne
Gina Green
James Karen
Governor
Drancy Jackson
Jimmy
Billie Worley
Whitney
Shannon Farrara
Darlene
Kaz Garas
Sheriff Carl
Richard Israel
Dave
Lorissa McComas
Barbara
Leland Orser
Terry Wechsler
James Brodhead
Jack
Chelsea Madison-Ciu
Betsy
David Parry
Trooper
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 26, 1996
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Scott P. Levy
- Screenplay & Story
- Alex Simon
- Original Score
- Christopher Lennertz
- Original Title
- Piranha
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Showtime Networks, Concorde-New Horizons
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Scott P. Levy
Alex Simon, John Sayles, Richard Robinson
Christopher Lennertz
John Gilbert, Robert L. Goodman
Hisako Tsukuba, Roger Corman, Mike Elliott
Department Leadership Roster
Scott P. Levy
Director
Nava
Production Design
Alex Simon
Screenplay
Hisako Tsukuba
Producer
Christopher Lennertz
Original Music Composer
John Gilbert
Editor
Robert L. Goodman
Editor
Mike Elliott
Producer
Robert Cowan
Production Design
Tami Mor
Costume Design
Rina Ramon
Costume Design
Patrick J. Statham
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Piranha
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Piranha about?
Doctor Baines has been conducting genetic experiments on piranhas and has made them virtually unstoppable. Unfortunately, his assistants, Maggie and Paul, accidentally release the hybrids into the Lost River Lake threatening to destroy everyone in their path. Can they prevent the flesh-eating piranhas from escaping into the ocean and spawning?
Who directed Piranha?
Piranha was directed by Scott P. Levy.
Who stars in Piranha?
The principal cast of Piranha includes William Katt, Alexandra Paul, Monte Markham, Darleen Carr, Mila Kunis.
When was Piranha released and how long is it?
Piranha was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Piranha?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Piranha was composed by Christopher Lennertz.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Piranha?
Piranha holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).