Alligator
"It lives 50 feet beneath the city. It's 36 feet long. It weighs 2,000 pounds...And it's about to break out!"
Originally released in 1980. Alligator is a horror/science fiction film. directed by Lewis Teague.
Starring Robert Forster, Robin Riker, and Michael V. Gazzo
Synopsis
A baby alligator is flushed down a toilet and survives by eating discarded lab animals that have been injected with growth hormones. The now gigantic animal escapes the city sewers and goes on a rampage, pursued by a cop and a big-game hunter.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 14, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (370 votes)
Budget
$1.5M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,500,000
Production Companies
- Alligator Inc
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alligator about?
A baby alligator is flushed down a toilet and survives by eating discarded lab animals that have been injected with growth hormones. The now gigantic animal escapes the city sewers and goes on a ra...
Who directed Alligator?
Alligator was directed by Lewis Teague.
How long is Alligator?
Alligator has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was Alligator released?
Alligator was released on November 14, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Alligator?
The main cast of Alligator includes Robert Forster, Robin Riker, Michael V. Gazzo, Dean Jagger, Sydney Lassick.
Is Alligator worth watching?
Alligator has a user rating of 6.1/10 based on 370 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.