Doctor Who: The Waters of Mars vs The Drowned
Doctor Who: The Waters of Mars has the higher audience score (7.9/10 against 5.5/10 for The Drowned). Doctor Who: The Waters of Mars is the older of the two (2009 against 2025). Both are horror, mystery movies, so they suit a similar mood.
| Doctor Who: The Waters of Mars | The Drowned | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 7.9/10 | ★ 5.5/10 |
| Year | 2009 | 2025 |
| Length | 1h 2m | – |
| Genres | Adventure, Drama, Horror, Mystery, Science Fiction, TV Movie | Horror, Mystery |
| Country | United Kingdom | – |
| Director | Graeme Harper | Samuel Clemens |
| Main cast | Lindsay Duncan, David Tennant, Gemma Chan, Michael Goldsmith, Sharon Duncan-Brewster | Lara Lemon, Alan Calton, Lily Catalifo, Dominic Vulliamy, Corrinne Wicks |
Synopsis
Doctor Who: The Waters of Mars
In a Mars base, the inhabitants are being infected by a mysterious water creature which takes over its victims. The Doctor is thrust into the middle of this catastrophe, knowing a larger one is waiting around the corner.
The Drowned
The Drowned follows three thieves who have just stolen a priceless painting and arrive at a secluded safe house by the sea, only to discover their fourth accomplice is missing. They must question whether one of them was responsible for her disappearance, or if the blame lies with a more sinister presence lurking in the deep water below.
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