Big Shark

Big Shark

Year: 2023

Runtime: 105 mins

Language: English

Echo Score: 65
ComedyAdventureHorror

Can New Orleans Survive? Three firefighters must save New Orleans from a gigantic shark.

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1

Intro: Heroes of New Orleans

Patrick, Tim, and Georgie work as firefighters and save two children from a blaze, earning praise from the city. Their teamwork and bravery establish them as local heroes. The opening scenes celebrate their camaraderie and dedication.

opening sequence New Orleans
2

The Sighting

On a fishing trip with his girlfriend Sophia, Patrick claims he sees a 35-foot shark. He warns his friends, but they dismiss the claim, insisting there are no sharks in the Mississippi River. The tension between belief and skepticism drives the early conflict.

early in the story Mississippi River, near New Orleans
3

Shark Attacks Hit the City

Shark attacks are reported on the local news, and the creature is carried through floodwaters into the streets. It preys on people, spreading chaos across New Orleans. Patrick's warning proves prophetic as fear and danger escalate.

shortly after the sighting New Orleans streets
4

The Call to Action

Captain Joe, their boss, procures scuba gear and urges them to help save the city. The trio resolves to confront the aquatic menace despite the danger. Interludes show their relationships with Sophia and their bar friends.

as the city crisis grows Firehouse
5

Gear and Resolve

Captain Joe arranges the necessary scuba gear and equipment for the mission, reinforcing the seriousness of the threat. Patrick and Tim steel themselves for the dangerous task ahead. The team commits to attempting a risky intervention.

before the hunt Firehouse
6

Treasure Map Revelation

Tim receives a treasure map from an old man in a bar, marking where the shark supposedly sleeps. Patrick laughs at the notion that sharks sleep, but the lead sparks a new angle to their plan. It injects a sense of mystery and strategy into the hunt.

in bar scene Bar
7

The Pool Table Plan

During a pool game, Patrick and Tim devise a plan to attach a tracking device to the shark, chase it in scuba gear, and bait it with a dynamite-filled pig carcass. They weigh the risks but commit to the audacious scheme. The plan blends improvisation with high-stakes danger.

pool game scene Pool hall
8

The Bait and the Plan Realized

With the bait secured, they implement the tracker and prepare the explosive trap. The execution of the plan marks the transition from plotting to action. The operation takes them into unfamiliar, perilous waters.

before launching the hunt Dock near New Orleans
9

Georgie's Death

The shark retaliates during the hunt and eats Georgie, devastating Patrick and Tim. Their friend’s death becomes a grim turning point that intensifies their mission. The tragedy hardens their resolve to finish what they started.

during the strike Mississippi River / vicinity
10

A Mourning Shrine

Tim and Patrick visit a shrine erected for Georgie on the beach and mourn their friend together. They compose a song to honor him, fortifying their bond and purpose. The moment blends grief with a renewed determination to save the city.

shortly after Georgie's death Beach
11

The Final Chase in the Bayou

With the tracking device in place, they pursue the shark into the bayou and lure it into the explosive trap. The bomb detonates, and Tim is briefly believed dead before being revealed as alive, having been flung high into the air. The town of New Orleans finally knows the threat is terminated.

climax Bayou near New Orleans
12

Victory Parade

Tim survives, and Patrick and Tim celebrate their survival and victory. They share a moment of relief and camaraderie after their harrowing mission. The city joins in, honoring the heroes as they dance through the streets with a marching band.

finale New Orleans streets

Last Updated: October 01, 2025 at 10:23

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