Malibu Shark Attack
An underwater earthquake generates a tsunami that strikes Malibu, bringing a hunting pack of prehistoric-looking goblin sharks to the surface. Although the beach is evacuated before the big wave strikes, a group of lifeguards and a crew of construction workers are stranded in the high water and have to fight the sharks to get to dry land.
Why it matters
A campy creature feature that delivers toothy thrills for fans of low-budget shark mayhem and practical-effect charm.
- Goblin sharks as antagonists: rare aquatic predators with creepy, prehistoric designs that stand out from your typical Jaws knockoff.
- Practical effects mixed with early 2000s CGI — a nostalgic snapshot of SyFy-style creature horror at its most earnest.
- Perfect for viewers who enjoy disaster movie tropes tangled with B-movie monster madness.
- Not subtle, not deep, but a guilty pleasure for those who appreciate throwback creature features with a splash of absurdity.
Director
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
28
Slow Burn
0
Psychological
0
Supernatural
0
Creature
73
Disturbing
0
Fun Factor
83
Cerebral
0
Survival
50
