The original novel that inspired the movie The Meg was published in 1997 by Steve Alten.
The movie The Meg, based on Steve Alten's novel about a giant prehistoric shark, was released to theaters.
A sequel to The Meg was announced following the success of the first movie.
A deep-sea research facility, Mana One, is established near the Mariana Trench to explore ocean depths.
Jonas Taylor, a rescue sub pilot, attempts to rescue trapped divers at the bottom of the trench but is forced to retreat after encountering a massive creature.
The Mana One research team resumes exploration of the deep ocean, involving Jonas Taylor as a consultant.
The research team encounters signs of a massive shark species, the Megalodon, in the depths near the facility.
The Megalodon escapes containment and breaches the deep ocean trench, threatening surface vessels and personnel.
The Megalodon attacks Mana One facility, causing damage and endangering the research team.
Jonas engages the Megalodon in a battle to stop its threat and save the remaining crew.
Jonas successfully kills the Megalodon, ensuring the safety of the ocean and research personnel.
