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The Big Blue

The Big Blue

Danger...Like Passion...Runs Deep

Two men answer the call of the ocean in this romantic fantasy-adventure. Jacques and Enzo are a pair of friends who have been close since childhood, and who share a passion for the dangerous sport of free diving. Professional diver Jacques opted to follow in the footsteps of his father, who died at sea when Jacques was a boy; to the bewilderment of scientists, Jacques harbors a remarkable ability to adjust his heart rate and breathing pattern in the water, so that his vital signs more closely resemble that of dolphins than men. As Enzo persuades a reluctant Jacques to compete against him in a free diving contest -- determining who can dive deeper and longer without scuba gear -- Jacques meets Johana, a beautiful insurance investigator from America, and he finds that he must choose between his love for her and his love of the sea.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Le Grand Bleu
  • Genres: Romance, Drama, Adventure
  • Release Date: 1988-05-10
  • Runtime: 168 minutes
  • Rating: 7.5/10 (1467 votes)
  • Budget: $14,390,509
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Gaumont
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.216
  • Languages: English, French, Italian

Cast & Crew

Jean-Marc Barr

Jean-Marc Barr

as Jacques Mayol

Jean Reno

Jean Reno

as Enzo Molinari

Rosanna Arquette

Rosanna Arquette

as Johana Baker

Paul Shenar

Paul Shenar

as Dr. Laurence

Sergio Castellitto

Sergio Castellitto

as Novelli

Jean Bouise

Jean Bouise

as Uncle Louis

Marc Duret

Marc Duret

as Roberto

Griffin Dunne

Griffin Dunne

as Duffy

Valentina Vargas

Valentina Vargas

as Bonita

Kimberly Beck

Kimberly Beck

as Sally

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Big Blue (1988) 35mm film trailer, flat hard matte, 1440p

Official Trailer

Le Grand Bleu - The Big Blue - women

External Links

Keywords

dying and deathfriendshipsuicidedivingsportsparent child relationshipoceanitalycompetitionoxygensicily, italydolphinapnoe-diving

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Big Blue?

The Big Blue is a Romance, Drama, Adventure movie directed by . It was released on 1988-05-10.

Who are the main actors in The Big Blue?

The main cast includes Jean-Marc Barr, Jean Reno, Rosanna Arquette, Paul Shenar, Sergio Castellitto, .

Where can I watch The Big Blue online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Big Blue is available.

Is The Big Blue based on a true story?

Danger...Like Passion...Runs Deep

What is the IMDb rating of The Big Blue?

The Big Blue has an IMDb rating of 7.5/10 based on 1467 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Big Blue?

The movie had a production budget of $14,390,509 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Big Blue?

The soundtrack was composed by Gaumont. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Big Blue filmed?

The Big Blue was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Big Blue?

The total runtime of The Big Blue is 168 minutes.

Is The Big Blue suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Big Blue?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Big Blue.

Does The Big Blue have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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