SCIENCE FICTION . 1998 . 1h 30m . 3.6/10

Gargantua_

"Terror has a new name"

Marine biologist Jack Ellway and his son Brandon are drawn to the Polynesian island of Malau to study the effects of recent seismic activity on the area's marine life. Along with the local doctor Alyson Hart, they soon become caught up in the investigation of a series of recent drownings with unexpected results. As Jack explores the surrounding ocean for a mysterious marine creature, Brandon discovers and befriends a three-foot-long baby creature that is able to leave the ocean and walk on land. As more dangerous and giant creatures come onto the island, and the military begins to take offensive action, Jack must risk everything to save the creatures, the island and his son. Written by ADAM G. THOMAS

Starring Adam Baldwin, Julie Carmen, Emile Hirsch
3.6/10
Rating
1h 30m
Runtime
1998
Year
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Terror has a new name

Marine biologist Jack Ellway and his son Brandon are drawn to the Polynesian island of Malau to study the effects of recent seismic activity on the area's marine life. Along with the local doctor Alyson Hart, they soon become caught up in the investigation of a series of recent drownings with unexpected results. As Jack explores the surrounding ocean for a mysterious marine creature, Brandon discovers and befriends a three-foot-long baby creature that is able to leave the ocean and walk on land. As more dangerous and giant creatures come onto the island, and the military begins to take offensive action, Jack must risk everything to save the creatures, the island and his son. Written by ADAM G. THOMAS

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Cast
Adam Baldwin stars as Jack Ellway in Gargantua.
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Year context
Gargantua was released 28 years ago in 1998.
Overview
Marine biologist Jack Ellway and his son Brandon are drawn to the Polynesian island of Malau to study the effects of recent seismic activity on the area's ma...
Gargantua is a Science Fiction, Action, Adventure film with a runtime of 1h 30m.

CAST (20)

Adam Baldwin
Adam Baldwin
Jack Ellway
Julie Carmen
Julie Carmen
Dr. Alyson Hart
Emile Hirsch
Emile Hirsch
Brandon Ellway
Bobby Hosea
Bobby Hosea
Col. Wayne
Doug Penty
Doug Penty
Paul Bateman
PA
Peter Adams
Dr. Ralph Hale
AP
Alexander Petersons
Derek Lawson
Monroe Reimers
Monroe Reimers
President Manny Moki
DS
Darren Selby
Kikko
Tony Briggs
Tony Briggs
Police Chief
Puven Pather
Puven Pather
Naru
MM
Mae Montero
Tari
FE
Fiona Edwards
Girl #1
AC
Aislinn Crowe
Girl #2
Don Battee
Don Battee
T.J.
PK
Peter Kent
Jace
JL
Josie Licuanan
Kulani
Jack Dacey
Jack Dacey
American Papparazzo
BH
Brian Hinzlewood
British Papparazzo
RP
Rene Perrin
Italian Papparazzo

DETAILS

Release
Status
Released
Runtime
90 min (1h 30m)
Country
Rating
3.6/10 (26 votes)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is Gargantua about?
Marine biologist Jack Ellway and his son Brandon are drawn to the Polynesian island of Malau to study the effects of recent seismic activity on the area's marine life. Along with the local doctor Alyson Hart, they soon become caught up in the investigation of a series of recent drownings with unexpected results. As Jack explores the surrounding ocean for a mysterious marine creature, Brandon discovers and befriends a three-foot-long baby creature that is able to leave the ocean and walk on land. As more dangerous and giant creatures come onto the island, and the military begins to take offensive action, Jack must risk everything to save the creatures, the island and his son. Written by ADAM G. THOMAS
How long is Gargantua?
Gargantua has a runtime of 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Who stars in Gargantua?
The cast of Gargantua includes Adam Baldwin, Julie Carmen, Emile Hirsch, Bobby Hosea, Doug Penty.
What is the rating of Gargantua?
Gargantua has a rating of 3.6 out of 10 based on 26 votes on TMDB.

GENRES (4)

Science Fiction Action Adventure TV Movie
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