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Dangerous Animals’ Earns Praise for Thrilling Shark Horror and Strong Performances

Sean Byrne’s latest film blends horror, dark comedy, and romance, with standout turns by Jai Courtney and Hassie Harrison.

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Zephyr stuck in the water in Dangerous Animals.
Jai Courtney in "Dangerous Animals" (IFC)

Overview

  • Critics are praising Sean Byrne’s direction and Nick Lepard’s efficient screenplay for delivering a tense and entertaining shark-based horror thriller.
  • Jai Courtney stars as Bruce Tucker, a deranged serial killer who uses sharks as his weapon of choice in elaborate kills.
  • Hassie Harrison shines as Zephyr, the film’s resilient final girl, whose transformation into a survivor is a highlight of the narrative.
  • The movie blends horror, dark comedy, and romance, offering a fresh take on shark horror tropes with a human-vs-nature theme.
  • Following its Cannes Directors’ Fortnight premiere, the film is set for a U.S. theatrical release on June 6, 2025, ahead of its streaming debut on Shudder.