The Abyss (1989)
Movie 2h 20m ★ 7.3/10
Good for tonight if you want to: keep me on the edge, pure adrenaline, blow my mind
AdventureScience FictionThriller
Released in 1989, The Abyss is an adventure, science fiction and thriller movie. It is directed by James Cameron. The cast includes Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Ed Harris and Chris Elliott. The running time is 2h 20m. Audiences give it a strong score of 7.3 out of 10.
Synopsis
A civilian oil rig crew is recruited to conduct a search and rescue effort when a nuclear submarine mysteriously sinks. One diver soon finds himself on a spectacular odyssey 25,000 feet below the ocean's surface where he confronts a mysterious force that has the power to change the world or destroy it.
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Cast & crew
- James CameronDirector
- Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonioas Lindsey Brigman
- Ed Harrisas Virgil 'Bud' Brigman
- Chris Elliottas Bendix
- Michael Biehnas Lieutenant Hiram Coffey
- J.C. Quinnas Arliss 'Sonny' Dawson
- Kimberly Scottas Lisa 'One Night' Standing
- Adam Nelsonas Ensign Monk
- Leo Burmesteras Catton ‘Catfish’ De Vries
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Questions about The Abyss
- What genre is The Abyss?
- The Abyss is categorised as Adventure, Science Fiction, Thriller.
- Who stars in The Abyss?
- Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Ed Harris, Chris Elliott, Michael Biehn, J.C. Quinn appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Abyss?
- James Cameron directed The Abyss.
- How long is The Abyss?
- The Abyss runs for 2h 20m (140 minutes).
- Is The Abyss worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 7.3/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Abyss?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
