12 Horror Films About Piranha and Killer Fish

Description: While not about fish, this classic monster movie features a prehistoric amphibian creature terrorizing a group of scientists, fitting the theme of aquatic horror.

Fact: The creature suit was designed by Milicent Patrick, one of the first female monster designers in Hollywood.

Description: While not about piranha, this iconic film about a great white shark terrorizing a beach town is a seminal work in the killer fish genre, influencing many subsequent films.

Fact: The mechanical shark, named "Bruce", was notorious for malfunctioning, leading to much of the suspense being created through suggestion rather than showing the shark.

Description: This classic horror film features genetically altered piranha that escape into a river, terrorizing a summer camp and a nearby town. Its blend of campy horror and suspense makes it a must-watch in this genre.

Fact: The film was directed by Joe Dante, who would later direct "Gremlins". It was also remade in

Description: A sequel to the original, this film sees flying piranha attacking a Caribbean resort, adding a unique twist to the killer fish trope.

Fact: This was James Cameron's directorial debut, although he has since disowned the film.

Description: A remake of the 1978 film, this version adds a modern twist with 3D effects, showcasing a school of prehistoric piranha attacking spring breakers.

Fact: The film features a cameo by Eli Roth and was produced by Alexandre Aja, known for his work in horror cinema.

Description: A creature emerges from the Han River in Seoul, abducting a young girl, leading to a family's desperate search. While not strictly about fish, it involves water-dwelling monsters.

Fact: The film was a major commercial success in South Korea and was directed by Bong Joon-ho, who later won an Oscar for "Parasite".

Description: After their boat capsizes, a group of friends must swim to shore while being hunted by a great white shark, offering a realistic and terrifying survival tale.

Fact: The film was shot in the open ocean to capture the authenticity of the characters' plight.

Description: A tsunami traps shoppers in a supermarket, where they must fend off both the rising water and a group of great white sharks.

Fact: The film was shot in Australia and features both practical and CGI effects for the sharks.

Description: A group of scientists at an underwater military base encounter a giant sea creature, providing a claustrophobic setting for terror.

Fact: The film was released around the same time as "The Abyss" and "Leviathan", leading to comparisons among the three.

Description: A scientist's experiment with a growth hormone goes awry, creating giant, man-eating barracudas that terrorize a coastal town.

Fact: The film features a cameo by Wayne Crawford, who also co-wrote the screenplay.