Blood in the Water poster

Blood in the Water (2009)

Movie 84 min

Documentary Drama

This gripping drama brings to life the true rogue-shark story that inspired Jaws. In 1916, the New Jersey shore became a feeding ground as five people were attacked in 12 days, triggering a nationwide panic. It was the first multiple shark attack in American history, and the reason we fear sharks to this day.

Richard Bedser Director

▶ Play

Quick facts

Released
February 8, 2009
Runtime
84 min
IMDb
tt1473782
Language

Themes

Cast

John Hunerlach Narrator Ryland Alexander Ryland Alexander Charles Vansant Pierre Blanc Joseph Dunn Peter Brooke Peter Brooke Reporter Philip Bulcock Philip Bulcock George Burlew Rollo Weeks Albert O'Hara

More Like This

More like Blood in the Water ›
The Shallows 2016 ★ 6.4
Dark Tide 2012 ★ 4.7
Jaws 1975 ★ 7.7
Jaws 2 1978 ★ 6.0
Sharkwater 2006 ★ 7.6
Red Water 2003 ★ 4.1
Jersey Shore Shark Attack 2012 ★ 4.6
Sharkwater Extinction 2018 ★ 7.0
Beneath the Surface 2022 ★ 6.3
The Perfect Storm 2000 ★ 6.5
Dangerous Animals 2025 ★ 6.5
Shark Bait 2022 ★ 5.7

Also Worth Watching

A Toxic Love Story 2026
Oceans 2010
McQueen 2018
In the Realms of the Unreal 2004
Trainwreck: The Real Project X 2025
My Octopus Teacher 2020
Beyond Infinity: Buzz and the Journey to Lightyear 2022
Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story 2025
Iron Maiden: Burning Ambition 2026
The Crash 2026
Seduced and Abandoned 2013
Unknown Number: The High School Catfish 2025
S4: The Bob Lazar Story 2026
Charlie: The Life and Art of Charles Chaplin 2003
Voyeur 2017
Lionel Messi: Destiny 2023
Trainwreck: Poop Cruise 2025

Frequently asked questions

What is Blood in the Water about?
This gripping drama brings to life the true rogue-shark story that inspired Jaws. In 1916, the New Jersey shore became a feeding ground as five people were attacked in 12 days, triggering a nationwide panic. It was the first multiple shark attack in American history, and the reason we fear sharks to this day.
Who directed Blood in the Water?
Blood in the Water was directed by Richard Bedser.
Who stars in Blood in the Water?
Blood in the Water stars John Hunerlach, Ryland Alexander, Pierre Blanc, Peter Brooke.
When was Blood in the Water released?
Blood in the Water is a 2009 documentary, drama film.
Where can I watch Blood in the Water?
You can watch Blood in the Water with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.