Bull Shark 2 | Full Survival Movie That Will Leave You Terrified Review

Bull Shark 2 (2024)—originally titled Bull Shark: Part II—definitely fits the bill. Written and directed by prolific indie filmmaker Brett Bentman and put out by ITN Distribution, it serves as the quick-turnaround sequel to the 2022 original. The Plot SetupThe story heads right back to the same lakeside Texas community from the first film. Just when the locals think the water is safe, a second bull shark begins snacking on unsuspecting swimmers and divers. When a trio of local kids vanishes into thin air, former game warden Spencer Timmes is called out of retirement and back into action. Naturally, he has to square off against skeptical local authorities (including a stubborn mayor and a dismissive sheriff) to prove that they are dealing with another freshwater nightmare. Cast & CrewDirector/Writer: Brett Bentman Spencer Timmes: Thom Hallum Nolan Holt: Billy Blair Sheriff Wilcox: Tom Zembrod Leslie Armstrong: Andrea Cohen Mayor Williams: Chad Ridgely The VibeClocking in at a lean 1 hour and 15 minutes, it’s a straightforward, slow-burn indie creature feature. It focuses heavily on the small-town investigation and human friction before escalating into the inevitable firepower-and-gore showdown. It delivers some decent practical splatter moments and B-movie charm for anyone who appreciates the “killer shark in a freshwater lake” subgenre.Where to WatchBecause it’s an ITN release, it’s highly accessible on streaming and digital shelves:Free with Ads (AVOD): The Roku Channel, Xumo Play, Fawesome, and often officially licensed on YouTube movie channels. VOD Rentals/Purchases: Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. (Fun fact for shark movie completionists: Bentman actually shot a Bull Shark 3 back-to-back with this one, featuring a whole family of sharks terrorizing the town.) Are you planning out a creature feature review lineup, or just digging around for some good old-fashioned indie lake horror to watch?Ask This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit goreandgrimepodcast.substack.com