Hollywood Has Finally Made a Hippo Horror Movie. It’s About Time
Hollywood is set to release 'Hungry,' a hippo-themed horror movie, in June 2026, marking a rare focus on one of the animal kingdom's most dangerous creatures. Unlike many fictional animal horrors, hippos kill an estimated 500 people annually in Africa due to their territorial nature, despite being herbivores. While not the first hippo horror film, 'Hungry' has generated significantly more attention than its predecessor, 'Hippo’s Revenge.'
- ▪Hippos are estimated to kill around 500 humans per year in Africa, despite being herbivores.
- ▪Sharks killed 12 people worldwide last year, while grizzly bears kill two to three people annually in North America.
- ▪'Hungry' is directed by James Nunn and produced by Signature Entertainment, set for a direct-to-video release on June 23.
- ▪Real-life crocodiles kill around 1,000 people a year, more than hippos.
- ▪Hippos are classified as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature due to habitat loss and poaching.
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