Million Dollar Crocodile
Million Dollar Crocodile

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Million Dollar Crocodile

2012
Movie
87 min
Mandarin

Xiao befriends Amao, a 36 foot crocodile, who lives on his fathers croc sanctuary. Soon his father is forced to sell the crocodiles to a gangster who plans to use them for high priced meals.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Jun LiGenres: Horror, Comedy, Action

Plot Summary

A down-on-his-luck exterminator is tasked with capturing a massive, man-eating crocodile that has escaped from a zoo and is wreaking havoc in the city. As he delves deeper into the hunt, he uncovers a conspiracy involving a rare diamond rumored to be hidden within the reptile. He must race against time and a ruthless gang to retrieve the jewel and survive the ferocious beast.

Critical Reception

Million Dollar Crocodile was a modest international release, known more for its B-movie charm and over-the-top premise than critical acclaim. It garnered attention for its blend of creature feature horror and comedic elements, appealing to audiences looking for schlocky entertainment. While not a critical darling, it found a niche among fans of genre films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a unique, albeit silly, blend of creature feature and crime thriller.

  • The film embraces its B-movie roots with over-the-top action and a sizable croc.

  • Entertaining for those who enjoy outrageous premises and less-than-serious horror.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available, but the film is generally seen as a campy, fun creature feature with a ridiculous premise that doesn't take itself too seriously.

Fun Fact

The film's premise was inspired by a real-life incident in China where a crocodile escaped and caused panic.

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