The Abyss (1989)
The Abyss is a 1989 adventure movie directed by James Cameron, with a running time of 2h 20m. It stars Ed Harris, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio and Michael Biehn.
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.
Quick answers
What is The Abyss about?
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.
When was The Abyss released?
The Abyss was released on 9 August 1989.
How long is The Abyss?
The Abyss runs 2h 20m.
Who made The Abyss?
The Abyss was directed by James Cameron.
Where can I watch The Abyss?
The Abyss is available on Disney Plus, Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.
Where to watch The Abyss
Stream: Disney Plus, Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, Spectrum On Demand, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Ed Harris as Virgil 'Bud' Brigman
- Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio as Lindsey Brigman
- Michael Biehn as Lieutenant Hiram Coffey
- Leo Burmester as Catton ‘Catfish’ De Vries
- Todd Graff as Alan 'Hippy' Carnes
- John Bedford Lloyd as Jammer Willis
- Kimberly Scott as Lisa 'One Night' Standing
- Chris Elliott as Bendix
- J.C. Quinn as Arliss 'Sonny' Dawson
- Pierce Oliver Brewer, Jr. as Lew Finler
- George Robert Klek as Wilhite
- Christopher Murphy as Schoenick
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