Hold onto your towels, folks, because things are about to get wet and wild! Utopia has officially announced the North American release of the acclaimed shark film, Hot Spring Shark Attack! Get ready for some fin-tastic chaos as this horror-comedy splashes down in select theaters and streaming platforms this July.
This isn’t just any shark flick – it’s already a proven international hit! Hot Spring Shark Attack premiered at the 2024 Tokyo International Shark Film Festival, where it swam away with the coveted Audience Award. It’s already been released in Japan and other international territories, so the buzz is real!
Meet the Team Behind the Terror
This horror-comedy marks the feature directorial debut of writer/director Morihito Inoue. The cast bringing this quirky premise to life includes Takuya Fujimura (One Cut of the Dead), Daniel Aguilar (Shin Godzilla), Shôichirô Akaboshi, Masaki Naito, Koichi Makigami, Kiyobumi Kaneko, and Mio Takaki.
Ahead of the US rollout, Inoue shared his excitement: “Shark movies are popular in Japan as well, but the number of shark films produced here has not yet met the growing demand. My film was made domestically in Japan and received great acclaim, not only from regular shark movie enthusiasts but also from many viewers who were previously unfamiliar with the genre. I’m very excited to see how this work will be received outside of Japan.”
What’s the Story?
So, imagine a small, peaceful hot spring town in Japan. Now, imagine a ferocious, ancient shark reawakening and deciding these relaxing hot spring facilities are its new hunting grounds! As the aquatic threat escalates, the townspeople must unite to protect their town from the menacing predator. This culminates in a fierce battle.
Dive In!
Want to be among the first to experience this aquatic absurdity? There will be special preview screenings at various Alamo Drafthouse locations on Wednesday, July 9th.
The film opens for extended theatrical runs and special engagements on Friday, July 11th, in major cities such as Los Angeles and New York City. You can find a theater in your area here.
And for those who prefer to brave the waters from the comfort of their couch, you’re in luck! On the same day, July 11th, audiences will be able to rent or own Hot Spring Shark Attack on VOD and Digital HD, available on platforms like Apple TV, Prime Video, Fandango at Home, iNDEMAND, and Vubiquity.
Get ready for some truly unique shark action that blends horror with humor – Hot Spring Shark Attack is splashing onto screens and streaming platforms soon!
