Orca
"Terror just beneath the surface."
Originally released in 1977. Orca is a horror/thriller film. directed by Michael Anderson.
Starring Richard Harris, Charlotte Rampling, and Will Sampson
Synopsis
After witnessing the killing of his mate and offspring at the hands of a reckless Irish captain, a vengeful killer whale rampages through the fisherman's Newfoundland harbor. Under pressure from the villagers, the captain, a female marine biologist, and an Indigenous tribalist venture after the great beast, who will meet them on its own turf.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 22, 1977
48 years ago
Runtime
1h 32m
92 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (451 votes)
Budget
$17.5M
Production budget
Box Office
$14.7M
0.8x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
Italy
+ 1 more
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $17,500,000
- Revenue
- $14,717,854
Production Companies
- DDL Cinematografica
- Famous Films Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Orca about?
After witnessing the killing of his mate and offspring at the hands of a reckless Irish captain, a vengeful killer whale rampages through the fisherman's Newfoundland harbor. Under pressure from th...
Who directed Orca?
Orca was directed by Michael Anderson.
How long is Orca?
Orca has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
When was Orca released?
Orca was released on July 22, 1977 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Orca?
The main cast of Orca includes Richard Harris, Charlotte Rampling, Will Sampson, Bo Derek, Keenan Wynn.
Is Orca worth watching?
Orca has a user rating of 6.2/10 based on 451 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.