Peter Benchley's The Beast (1996)
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The fishing industry of a small Northwestern coastal town is nearly destroyed when a mysterious giant sea creature takes up residence. Based on a novel by Peter Benchley, the story bears more than passing resemblance to the author's most popular story, Jaws in that a few, including a scientist,… More The fishing industry of a small Northwestern coastal town is nearly destroyed when a mysterious giant sea creature takes up residence. Based on a novel by Peter Benchley, the story bears more than passing resemblance to the author's most popular story, Jaws in that a few, including a scientist, learn the terrifying truth and try to convince a skeptical community that they are all in danger should they go too near the water. Once the town believes, it is up to the hero, a lady coast guard officer, and the scientists to stop the beast. This feature originally aired as a two-part miniseries on network television. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi
- Directed By
- Jeff Bleckner
- Written By
- J.B. White
- Genres
- Drama, Television, Horror, Mystery & Suspense
PG-13,
- In Theaters
- Apr 28, 1996 Wide
- On DVD
- Apr 28, 1998
Critic Reviews
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David Nusair, Reel Film Reviews
...it's hard not to become wrapped up in this relatively simple story.
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Scott Weinberg, eFilmCritic.com
A whole lotta boring and very little beast.
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