Is the movie Under Paris on Netflix based on a true story? Here’s the scoop.
Steven Spielberg’s masterful introduction to the legendary Jaws made us fear open waters. That fear has now resurfaced on Netflix with the new movie Under Paris, where a shark terrorizes the waters once again.
While watching the thrilling story unfold on screen, many are questioning if it was inspired by real events. It seems that there are some incidents in real life that may have influenced the movie.
Is Under Paris based on real events?
The animal horror genre in movies is a favorite among viewers, providing thrills and lingering fears that many enjoy. Since the iconic Jaws in 1975, there have been several films like Deep Blue Sea, The Shallows, The Meg, and now Under Paris, attempting to match its level of suspense.
While audiences are captivated by this new Netflix release, the age-old question persists: is this movie based on real events?
The answer is both yes and no.
The film incorporates elements of sports, championships, the World Triathlon Championship, a scientist, and a shark in the River Seine. Some aspects are true, while others are purely fictional.
A similar event occurred in 2022 when a Porbeagle Shark was spotted in the Seine River, near Rouen, despite typically inhabiting colder waters. The movie also addresses environmental contamination as a factor driving animals, including sharks, to seek new habitats.
A comparable incident took place in 1933 when a great white shark entered the Hudson River.
About Under Paris
The popular Netflix movie revolves around a brilliant scientist named Sophia who discovers a massive shark in the Seine River, coinciding with the World Triathlon Championships in the summer of 2024.
Under Paris also sheds light on the environmental impact of water pollution and contamination. Directed by Xavier Gens, the film stars Bérénice Bejo, Nassim Lyes, and Léa Léviant in key roles.