Shark River (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film
Released in 1953, Shark River is an adventure film directed by John Rawlins, running about 80 minutes. “THEY EAT 'EM ALIVE IN Shark River” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Nobody has an easy time of it in the costume actioner Shark River. Wanted for murder, Clay Webley (Warren Stevens) and his wounded cellmate Curtis Parker (Robert Cunningham) hack their way through the Florida swampland. With the help of Clay's brother Dan (Steve Cochran), Clay is able to elude the authorities, but Parker dies of a snakebite. Subsisting on alligator meat, Dan and Clay make their way to the tiny cabin inhabited by widowed Jane Daughterty (Carole Mathews), her mother-in-law, and her son Johnny (Spencer Fox). The brothers rest here awhile, formulating plans to cross the Gulf of Mexico and head for Cuba.
Who’s in it. Shark River stars Steve Cochran as Dan Webley, Carole Mathews as Jane Daughterty, Warren Stevens as Clay Webley and Ruth Foreman as Mrs. Daughterty, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Shark River page.
If you liked it. Fans of Shark River tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Shark River (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Shark River change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Shark River?
- Shark River stars Steve Cochran, Carole Mathews, Warren Stevens, Ruth Foreman and Spencer Fox.
- When was Shark River released?
- Shark River was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.