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Ghost Shark (2013): Cast & Plot

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Ghost Shark is a 2013 sci-fi horror film directed by Griff Furst, starring Han Soto as Ernest, Mackenzie Rosman and Dave Davis. It runs 1 hour 24 minutes.

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Ghost Shark (2013) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 24m (84 min)
Director
Griff Furst
Genres
Sci-Fi , Horror
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Ghost Shark About?

The premise of Ghost Shark without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A terrifying shark haunts a coastal town, its attacks seemingly supernatural. To stop the relentless predator, a ghost hunter teams up with a seasoned sea captain. Together, they must investigate the region's mysterious history and find a way to banish the spectral shark before it’s too late.

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Cast & crew

Ghost Shark Cast & Characters

Han Soto leads the cast as Ernest, with Mackenzie Rosman as Ava and Dave Davis as Blaise. Directed by Griff Furst; 23 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Griff Furst

More films directed by Griff Furst: Nightmare Shark, Starve, Ragin Cajun Redneck Gators and Arachnoquake.

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Plot

Ghost Shark Plot Summary

What happens in Ghost Shark from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 5-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the quiet fishing town of Smallport, a grim encounter on the water sets a lingering dread. A group of local fishermen, led by Ernest, believes they’ve put an end to a massive great white by killing it. Yet the creature returns not as a living hunter, but as a translucent, ghostly presence that rises from the shoreline cave to claim new victims with chilling efficiency. The next day, a tight-knit circle of friends and siblings—Ava Reid, her younger sister Cecily, and their companions Blaise, Taylor, Cameron Stahl, and Mick—set out to enjoy a day at the sea. The day quickly darkens when the siblings discover their father’s abandoned boat, a video camera, and the bloodied hat that hints at a father they barely knew.

Full summary

The whole story of Ghost Shark, scene by scene

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Ghost Shark?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What is the name of the quiet fishing town where the story takes place?

Cars

Cars in Ghost Shark

21 cars on screen, including the 1995 Ford Bronco and the 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer.

All 21 cars
  • 1995 Ford Bronco in Ghost Shark 1995 Ford Bronco Main role
  • 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer in Ghost Shark 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Important role
  • 2004 Chevrolet Impala in Ghost Shark 2004 Chevrolet Impala Minor role
  • 1983 Ford Econoline in Ghost Shark 1983 Ford Econoline Minor role
Details

Ghost Shark Also Known As

13 alternative titles, including “ゴースト・シャーク” and “鬼鯊”.

Also known as
  • ゴースト・シャーク
  • 鬼鯊
  • Tiburón Fantasma
  • O Tubarão Fantasma
  • Ghost Shark - Die Legende lebt
  • Szellemcápa
  • כריש רפאים
  • 鬼鲨
  • Призрачна акула
  • Duch žraloka
  • 고스트 샤크
  • ฉลามปีศาจ
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  • 幽靈鯊神

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FAQ

Ghost Shark FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Ghost Shark, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Ghost Shark?

Ghost Shark runs 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

When was Ghost Shark released?

Ghost Shark was released on August 22, 2013.

Who directed Ghost Shark?

Ghost Shark was directed by Griff Furst.

More films by Griff Furst

Who is in the cast of Ghost Shark?

Ghost Shark stars Han Soto as Ernest, Mackenzie Rosman as Ava and Dave Davis as Blaise, among 23 credited actors.

Does Ghost Shark have a post-credit scene?

No. Ghost Shark has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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