Piranha
Piranha is a 1978 Comedy Horror film released on 3rd August; Joe Dante directed the film which stars Heather Menzies, Bradford Dillman, and Kevin McCarthy. A sequel, Piranha II: The Spawning, was released in 1981. It was later remade/rebooted as Piranha 3D in 2010. The film was a box office success, earning a profit of $15,340,000 on its budget.
When flesh-eating piranhas are accidentally released into a summer resort's rivers, the guests become their next meal.
Cast (35)
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Graphic Violence
Piranha Stats
Cast Age
Estimated Ages At Time of Filming
26% 20-29
14% 30-39
9% 40-49
6% 50-59
6% 60-69
40% Unknown
Cast Genders
Who Is Most Represented
29% Female
71% Male
Good/Bad Characters
More Heroes of Villains?
100% Unknown
Character Types
What Characters Feature
100% Unknown
Piranha FAQ
When was Piranha released?
Piranha was released on Thursday August 3rd, 1978.
Who plays the lead role(s) in Piranha?
The lead role is played by Heather Menzies.
How much did Piranha cost to make?
The budget was $660,000.
How much money did Piranha make?
The worldwide revenue was $16,000,000.
Is Piranha on Netflix?
No, Piranha is not currently available on Netflix in the United States
Is Piranha on Amazon Prime?
No, Piranha is not currently available on Amazon Prime in the United States
Is Piranha on Disney Plus?
No, Piranha is not currently available on Disney+ in the United States