The Abyss(1989)
When you get there, you will understand.
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.
Directed by James Cameron
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Cast
Ed Harris
Virgil 'Bud' Brigman
Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio
Lindsey Brigman
Michael Biehn
Lieutenant Hiram Coffey
Leo Burmester
Catton ‘Catfish’ De Vries
Todd Graff
Alan 'Hippy' Carnes
John Bedford Lloyd
Jammer Willis
Kimberly Scott
Lisa 'One Night' Standing
Chris Elliott
Bendix
J.C. Quinn
Arliss 'Sonny' Dawson
Pierce Oliver Brewer, Jr.
Lew Finler
George Robert Klek
Wilhite
Christopher Murphy
Schoenick
Adam Nelson
Ensign Monk
Dick Warlock
Dwight Perry
Jimmie Ray Weeks
Leland McBride
J. Kenneth Campbell
DeMarco
Peter Ratray
Captain
Michael Beach
Barnes
The Abyss — frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Abyss?+
The Abyss is available to stream on Disney Plus, Philo, BBC America, Tubi TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and Spectrum On Demand. Availability varies by country and changes over time.
When did The Abyss come out?+
The Abyss was released in 1989.
How long is The Abyss?+
The Abyss runs for 140 minutes (2 hours and 20 minutes).
Who directed The Abyss?+
The Abyss was directed by James Cameron.
Who stars in The Abyss?+
The Abyss stars Ed Harris, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Michael Biehn, Leo Burmester and Todd Graff.
Is The Abyss worth watching?+
The Abyss holds a 7.4/10 rating from 3,631 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of adventure, thriller and science fiction.
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