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Space Sharks (2024): Cast & Ratings

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Space Sharks is a 2024 sci-fi horror film directed by Dustin Ferguson, starring Eric Roberts as Dr. Johnson, Brinke Stevens and Mel Novak. It runs 1 hour 10 minutes. IMDb users rate it 1.5/10.

IMDb rating
1.5/10
Echo Score
25
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Space Sharks (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 10m (70 min)
Director
Dustin Ferguson
Genres
Horror , Sci-Fi
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Space Sharks About?

The premise of Space Sharks without spoilers.

A military experiment aboard a space station malfunctions, unleashing a terrifying new breed of weaponized sharks toward Earth. These highly evolved predators have only one objective: to destroy everything in their path, posing a global threat that must be stopped.

Space Sharks Themes & Keywords

· 4 tags
  • nature horror
  • sharksploitation
  • low budget horror
  • b horror
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Cast & crew

Space Sharks Cast & Characters

Eric Roberts leads the cast as Dr. Johnson, with Brinke Stevens as Rochelle and Mel Novak as Steve Owens. Directed by Dustin Ferguson; 13 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Dustin Ferguson

More films directed by Dustin Ferguson: The Creeps, Spider Baby, Stale Popcorn & Sticky Floors and Grandma.

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Ratings

Space Sharks Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Space Sharks 1.5/10. Our Echo Score gives it 25/100, strongest in sensory experience (35) and weakest in art & craft (20).

25 /100

Space Sharks Echo Score Breakdown

Space Sharks is overwhelmingly regarded as a substandard production. Reviewers consistently note amateurish direction, outdated CGI, and a lack of coherent storytelling, which combine to create a tedious viewing experience. While a few commentators mention occasional camp charm, these isolated positives do not offset the pervasive technical flaws and uninspired performances. Consequently, the film registers a low overall appraisal.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 20

    In terms of art and craft, critics describe the cinematography and visual effects as severely dated, with CGI reminiscent of early 2000s video games. Editing is frequently called disjointed, and production design is deemed low-budget and poorly lit. Only a solitary positive remark about striking nature shots appears, leaving the overall artistic assessment firmly negative.

  • Character & Emotion 25

    Character and emotion receive harsh criticism for wooden performances and lack of depth. Acting is likened to inexperienced amateurs, and dialogue is described as laughably poor. A small number of reviewers note occasional silliness that provides fleeting amusement, but these brief moments do not compensate for the pervasive shortcomings in casting and emotional resonance.

  • Story & Flow 30

    The narrative is widely condemned as incoherent, with long periods of aimless wandering and heavy reliance on recycled ideas from earlier genre entries. Pacing suffers from excessive filler, and originality is lacking. One positive comment mentions an imaginative premise, yet the dominant consensus is that the plot fails to engage or sustain interest.

  • Sensory Experience 35

    Sensory elements draw mixed reactions. Critics highlight a dominant, intrusive 1980s‑style synth score that drowns dialogue, generic stock music, and uneven sound mixing. Visual style is largely derided for poor lighting and cheap CGI, though isolated praise points to impressive nature footage and a nostalgic video‑game‑esque beat. Overall, sensory experience leans negative with limited bright spots.

  • Rewatch Factor 30

    Rewatch value is generally low, with most viewers indicating little incentive to revisit the film due to its sluggish pacing and technical flaws. A minority finds campy moments entertaining enough for repeat viewings, and one reviewer urges a mandatory watch. Nonetheless, the prevailing sentiment is that the movie lacks lasting appeal for subsequent viewings.

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Space Sharks Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Space Sharks.

Space Sharks - Official Trailer

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FAQ

Space Sharks FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Space Sharks, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Space Sharks?

Space Sharks runs 1 hour 10 minutes (70 minutes).

When was Space Sharks released?

Space Sharks was released on June 23, 2024.

Who directed Space Sharks?

Space Sharks was directed by Dustin Ferguson.

More films by Dustin Ferguson

Who is in the cast of Space Sharks?

Space Sharks stars Eric Roberts as Dr. Johnson, Brinke Stevens as Rochelle and Mel Novak as Steve Owens, among 13 credited actors.

How is Space Sharks rated?

Space Sharks has 1.5/10 on IMDb and 26% on TMDB.

Does Space Sharks have a post-credit scene?

No. Space Sharks has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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