Trailer Released for Serial Killer Shark Thriller Dangerous Animals

Dangerous Animals, directed by Sean Byrne and written by Nick Lepard, is a new survival horror film blending the fears of sharks and serial killers. The story follows Zephyr, a rebellious surfer, who is abducted by a shark-obsessed killer (played by Jai Courtney) and must escape before becoming a ritualistic offering to sharks. Byrne and Lepard aim to challenge misconceptions about sharks, emphasizing that in the film, human actions—not the sharks themselves—drive the violence. The movie features nuanced performances, particularly from Courtney, whose character is both charismatic and terrifying. Dangerous Animals will have a theatrical release on June 6 via IFC Films before streaming on Shudder, and early screenings include special Q&A events with the filmmakers. The film promises a fresh take on the genre, focusing on man as the true monster while providing visceral survival horror thrills.