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Piranha 3DD (2012)

โ€œTwice the Teeth. Twice the Terror.โ€

4.3/10 ยท 1,192 votes 1h 23m r ComedyThrillerHorror

#232 of 232 films from 2012 #2865 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by John Gulager ยท Written by Joel Soisson, Patrick Melton, Marcus Dunstan

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Overview

After the events at Lake Victoria, the prehistoric school of blood-thirsty piranhas make their way into swimming pools, plumbing, and a newly opened water park.

Cast

Danielle Panabakeras Maddy
Matt Bushas Barry
Katrina Bowdenas Shelby
Jean-Luc Bilodeauas Josh
David Koechneras Chet
Chris Zylkaas Kyle
Adrian Martinezas Big Dave
Paul James Jordanas Travis
Meagan Tandyas Ashley
David Hasselhoffas David Hasselhoff
Christopher Lloydas Mr. Goodman
Paul Scheeras Andrew
Gary Buseyas Clayton
Clu Gulageras Mo

Facts

Release dateMay 11, 2012
Runtime83 min (1h 23m) โ€” shorter as the 2012 average of 103 min
GenresComedy, Thriller, Horror
LanguageEN
Budget$5,000,000
Box office$8,493,728 (1.7ร— budget)
IMDbtt1714203

More from John Gulager

FeastFeast2005 ยท โ˜… 6.1 ยท 1h 27m

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Questions

How long is Piranha 3DD?
Piranha 3DD runs 83 minutes (1h 23m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Piranha 3DD worth watching?
TMDB users give it 4.3/10 across 1,192 votes, which places it #232 of 232 films released in 2012 in this index (top 0%) and #2865 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Piranha 3DD?
Piranha 3DD was directed by John Gulager. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Feast (2005).
Who stars in Piranha 3DD?
Danielle Panabaker as Maddy; Matt Bush as Barry; Katrina Bowden as Shelby; Jean-Luc Bilodeau as Josh; David Koechner as Chet; Chris Zylka as Kyle.
What is Piranha 3DD rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Piranha 3DD?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/10166.

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