Alligator 1980
"It lives 50 feet beneath the city. It's 36 feet long. It weighs 2,000 pounds...And it's about to break out!"
Dive into the murky depths of 1980's cult classic *Alligator* (1980), a chilling blend of horror, science fiction, and thriller directed by Lewis Teague.
Director: Lewis Teague
Cast
Robert Forster
David
Robin Riker
Marisa
Michael V. Gazzo
Chief Clark
Dean Jagger
Slade
Sydney Lassick
Gutchel
Jack Carter
Mayor
Perry Lang
Kelly
Henry Silva
Brock
Bart Braverman
Kemp
John Lisbon Wood
Mad Bomber
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alligator (1980) about?
*Alligator* (1980) follows a massive, mutated reptile that terrorizes a city after being flushed down a toilet as a baby. The creature grows to catastrophic size by feeding on experimental lab animals, then embarks on a violent spree through the sewers before emerging into the urban landscape.
Who directed Alligator?
Lewis Teague directed *Alligator*, crafting a tense and atmospheric thriller that blends horror with sci-fi elements.
Who stars in Alligator?
The cast features Robert Forster as the determined cop, Robin Riker, Michael V. Gazzo, Dean Jagger, and Sydney Lassick in key roles.
Is Alligator (1980) worth watching?
Despite its B-movie origins, *Alligator* delivers a surprisingly entertaining mix of suspense and creature-feature fun. Its practical effects and nostalgic charm make it a cult favorite worth checking out, especially for fans of 80s horror.
How long is Alligator?
The runtime for *Alligator* is 91 minutes.
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About Alligator (1980) — A Giant Reptile's Rampage Through the Sewers
Dive into the murky depths of 1980's cult classic *Alligator* (1980), a chilling blend of horror, science fiction, and thriller directed by Lewis Teague. When a discarded baby alligator survives by feasting on lab animals pumped full of growth hormones, it transforms into a monstrous, 36-foot beast lurking beneath the sewers of a bustling city. Pursued by a determined cop and a relentless big-game hunter, this terrifying creature's rampage escalates into a full-blown urban nightmare, where survival is anything but guaranteed.
Robert Forster leads the cast as the cop on the trail of the beast, joined by Robin Riker and Michael V. Gazzo in a gripping battle against nature's terrifying revenge. With its claustrophobic atmosphere, practical monster effects, and a tagline that still sends shivers down your spine, *Alligator* delivers a B-movie thrill ride that's as nostalgic as it is suspenseful.
