Horror film

Killer Crocodile (1989): Cast, Plot & Where to Watch

Name: Killer Crocodile
Genre: Horror
Released: 1989-07-30
Duration: 1 h 32 min
Cast: Van Johnson, Sherrie Rose, Bill Wohrman, Richard Anthony Crenna, John Harper

Killer Crocodile is a 1989 horror film directed by Fabrizio De Angelis, starring Van Johnson as Judge, Sherrie Rose and Bill Wohrman. It runs 1 hour 32 minutes. Stream it on Amazon MX Player and Amazon Prime Video, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

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Released: July 30, 1989
Runtime: 1h 32m (92 min)
Director: Fabrizio De Angelis
Genre: Horror
Original language: English
Studio: Fulvia Film
After the credits: No No extra scene

The story

What Is Killer Crocodile About?

The premise of Killer Crocodile without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

In a remote tropical delta, a team of environmentalists arrives to investigate illegal toxic‑waste dumping, only to discover the murky waters conceal a massive, ravenous crocodile. With the local officials corrupt and unhelpful, the scientists quickly find themselves the intended dinner.

Killer Crocodile Themes & Keywords

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Where to watch

Where to Watch Killer Crocodile

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Cast & crew

Killer Crocodile Cast & Characters

Van Johnson leads the cast as Judge, with Sherrie Rose as Pamela and Bill Wohrman as Foley. Directed by Fabrizio De Angelis; 13 actors are credited in all.

Director Fabrizio De Angelis

Van Johnson as Judge
Sherrie Rose as Pamela
Bill Wohrman as Foley
Richard Anthony Crenna as Kevin

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Plot

Killer Crocodile Plot Summary

What happens in Killer Crocodile from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

On a tropical island, a team of ecologists treks through a polluted wetland to uncover the source of the contamination. They trace the pollution to barrels of radioactive waste dumped into the waters, a discovery that raises the stakes for their work. Because the waste is too dangerous to handle, they decide to camp nearby in the woods, hoping to observe the area safely. When their dog Candy disappears, their local guide Conchita goes out to search and is killed by a gigantic crocodile, a brutal reminder of the swamp’s hidden dangers.

Full summary

The whole story of Killer Crocodile, scene by scene

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Timeline of events

Quiz

How Well Do You Know Killer Crocodile?

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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Cars

Cars in Killer Crocodile

4 cars on screen, including the 1957 Morris Minor 1000 Custom and the 1972 Ford Courier.

1957 Morris Minor 1000 Custom Important role
1972 Ford Courier Minor role
1986 Renault Express Minor role
unknown Minor role

Details

Killer Crocodile Also Known As

11 alternative titles, including “Der Mörder Alligator” and “Killer Crocodile I - Der Mörder-Alligator”.

Also known as: Der Mörder Alligator
Killer Crocodile I - Der Mörder-Alligator
Der Alligator
Der Mörder-Alligator
Cocodrilo asesino
Crocodilo Assassino
Крокодил убиец
Gyilkos krokodil
공포의 크로커다일
杀人鳄鱼潭
Крокодил-убийца

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FAQ

Killer Crocodile FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of Killer Crocodile, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Killer Crocodile?

Killer Crocodile runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).

When was Killer Crocodile released?

Killer Crocodile was released on July 30, 1989.

Who directed Killer Crocodile?

Killer Crocodile was directed by Fabrizio De Angelis.

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Who is in the cast of Killer Crocodile?

Killer Crocodile stars Van Johnson as Judge, Sherrie Rose as Pamela and Bill Wohrman as Foley, among 13 credited actors.

Where can I watch Killer Crocodile?

In the US, Killer Crocodile is streaming on Amazon MX Player, Amazon Prime Video and Bloodstream and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).

Does Killer Crocodile have a post-credit scene?

No. Killer Crocodile has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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