Japanese Horror-Comedy “Hot Spring Shark Attack” Makes a Splash in U.S. Theaters & VOD This July

Utopia unleashes Hot Spring Shark Attack, the outrageously fun Japanese horror-comedy about a bloodthirsty shark terrorizing hot springs, in select U.S. theaters and on VOD July 11.

About the Film

In a quaint Japanese hot spring town, an ancient shark awakens and turns the peaceful baths into a feeding ground. The locals—including One Cut of the Dead’s Takuya Fujimura—must band together to fight back in this hilariously gory creature feature.

  • Runtime: 77 minutes
  • Language: Japanese with English subtitles
  • Genre: Horror-comedy with Jaws meets Tremors energy

Why It’s a Must-Watch

Audience Award Winner – Tokyo International Shark Film Festival 2024
First Japanese Shark Movie in years to break out globally
Director Morihito Inoue’s debut – A fresh voice in creature features
Perfect Summer Watch – Equal parts scary, silly, and soaked in hot spring blood

How to Watch

🎭 Theatrical Screenings (July 11)

  • Los Angeles: Laemmle Glendale (weeklong)
  • New York: Posteritati (one night)
  • Dallas: Texas Theatre (one night)
  • Atlanta: The Plaza (one night)
    📍 [Full screening list here]

📺 VOD (July 11)
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Director’s Statement

“Shark movies are beloved in Japan, but we rarely make them. I’m thrilled to share our hot spring horror with America—expect chaos, comedy, and one very angry fish.”
Morihito Inoue


“A bloody good time! Like Sharknado meets My Neighbor Totoro.”Tokyo Film Fest

Will you take the plunge? #HotSpringSharkAttack #JapaneseHorror #SharkWeekAllYear


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