The Flood (2023) is a creature-feature action thriller directed by Brandon Slagle, known for its blend of disaster and monster movie tropes. Released on July 14, 2023, the film stars Nicky Whelan as Sheriff Jo Newman and Casper Van Dien as Russell Cody, alongside Louis Mandylor and Ryan Francis.

Set against the backdrop of a massive hurricane in Louisiana, The Flood follows a group of in-transit prisoners and their guards who become trapped in a jail facility. As floodwaters rise, they face an unexpected and deadly threat: a horde of giant, hungry alligators unleashed by the storm. The survivors must navigate the submerged corridors and fend off the reptilian predators to escape with their lives.

The Flood received predominantly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds a 33% approval rating based on 18 reviews, with an average audience score of 22%. Metacritic reports a user score of 1.0 out of 10, indicating overwhelming dislike.

If you’re in the mood for a creature-feature that combines natural disasters with monstrous threats, and don’t mind some B-movie quirks, The Flood might be worth a watch.