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The Legend of Gator Face

  • 1996
  • PG
  • 1h 39m
IMDb RATING
4.8/10
317
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The Legend of Gator Face (1996)
AdventureComedyFamilyFantasyHorror

A group of boys concoct a yarn about having been threatened by a legendary swamp beast and then meet the real thing, learning it is a gentle, compassionate creature. The locals believe their... Read allA group of boys concoct a yarn about having been threatened by a legendary swamp beast and then meet the real thing, learning it is a gentle, compassionate creature. The locals believe their original story and try hunting down the monster.A group of boys concoct a yarn about having been threatened by a legendary swamp beast and then meet the real thing, learning it is a gentle, compassionate creature. The locals believe their original story and try hunting down the monster.

  • Director
    • Vic Sarin
  • Writers
    • David Covell
    • Alan Mruvka
    • Sahara Riley
  • Stars
    • John White
    • Dan Warry-Smith
    • Charlotte Sullivan
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    4.8/10
    317
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Vic Sarin
    • Writers
      • David Covell
      • Alan Mruvka
      • Sahara Riley
    • Stars
      • John White
      • Dan Warry-Smith
      • Charlotte Sullivan
    • 6User reviews
    • 6Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 nomination total

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    John White
    John White
    • Danny
    Dan Warry-Smith
    Dan Warry-Smith
    • Phil
    Charlotte Sullivan
    Charlotte Sullivan
    • Angel
    Gordon Michael Woolvett
    Gordon Michael Woolvett
    • Chip
    Kathleen Laskey
    Kathleen Laskey
    • Danny's Mom
    C. David Johnson
    C. David Johnson
    • Sheriff
    Paul Winfield
    Paul Winfield
    • Bob
    Pam Hyatt
    Pam Hyatt
    • Mayor's Wife
    Roger Dunn
    Roger Dunn
    • Mayor
    Jack Newman
    • Porkbelly
    Gerry Quigley
    • Deputy Don
    Sam Malkin
    • Lydster
    Richard McMillan
    Richard McMillan
    • Skeeter
    Scott Wickware
    Scott Wickware
    • Reese
    Matt John Evans
    Matt John Evans
    • Gator Face
    • (as Matt Evans)
    Falconer Abraham
    • Soldier #1
    Derrek Peels
    • Soldier #2
    • (as Derreck J. Peels)
    Deborah Boland
    • Newscaster
    • Director
      • Vic Sarin
    • Writers
      • David Covell
      • Alan Mruvka
      • Sahara Riley
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    6rigovega

    Small Town legend comes to life

    This type of movies were more popular in the 80's and 90's. Most recently though the formula has made a come back with Stranger Things and the It remake. Even though this is categorized as horror, there is very little horror about it. I was surprised how well the actors did their part and how fun the movie is despite having limitations. Movies like this aren't highly marketable but that does not make them any less enjoyable.

    If you want to watch an innocent family movie that has some suspense, comedy, and morals, I suggest you consider this one.
    7ChuckStraub

    A good family movie. Kids will love it.

    Gator Face is a movie suitable for the whole family but is particularly aimed at kids. It's an adventure film that kids will wish happened to them, a movie where kids shine. This film teaches us to try to understand things that are different and not to use violence first. You will experience fear, humor excitement, sympathy, friendship, sadness and ultimately joy. It's one of the few "monster" movies out there that is pretty tame and safe for kids to watch yet still be exciting. The younger viewer can watch other kids be heroes and best of all, in the end, right triumphs over might, and understanding over ignorance. This is an example of the type of movies that should be made with children in mind.
    10balrokshire

    Great wholesome awesome epic flick!

    Man I love Gator Face! Probably the coolest movie ever, without fail! I've never regretted watching it, and I've seen it at least 50 times! Great acting from the kids, from Bob in the swamp, from all the townsfolk of Vernon.

    Man I love the town of Vernon. I seriously wish it existed in real life, so I could go and play pranks of the townsfolk like the kids do in the movie. Then I'd definitely go frolic about through the swamp with Gator Face.

    'Gator Face: The Legend' is good for kids, teens, adults, and even old people!

    Do yourself a favor and WATCH GATOR FACE!!!!! (I do...every day.)
    10tfbaldock

    Great family flick!

    Great movie. Disregard any review calling it a "blatant E.T. rip-off", sure there are a couple parallels but this movie is really quite unique. The cast is charming, all the characters are truly characters, and the musical score by Joseph Williams (son of Star-Wars composer John Williams) really draws you in. The town of Vernon is inhabited by all sorts of oddball characters that really enrich the atmosphere. The actors performances, especially Paul Winfield's, really bring it all together and make it real, it is evident that everyone gave this movie they're best shot. This was my favorite movie as a kid, and I still love it! Also, this is NOT a bubblegum kid's movie, the language is spiced with some colorful language, nothing vulgar, though. A charming movie that kids and parents alike will enjoy!

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    Family
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    Fantasy
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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      The boys are playing Sega game system's NHL ('95ish) EA Sports hockey on the TV screen, but are holding remotes for Nintendo game system.
    • Goofs
      In one scene, the kids are seen playing one of EA's NHL video games. However, they're playing it on an NES, which did not have those games available.
    • Connections
      Referenced in Best of the Worst: RepliGATOR, Johnson Family Christmas Dinner, and Alligator (2016)

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • August 15, 1996 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • Canada
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • La leyenda del Caracaimán
    • Filming locations
      • Uxbridge, Ontario, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Showtime Networks
      • The Ministry of Film
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 39m(99 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Ultra Stereo

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