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The Abyss

The Abyss

When you get there, you will understand.

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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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Abyss
  • Genres: Adventure, Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
  • Release Date: 1989-08-09
  • Runtime: 140 minutes
  • Rating: 7.355/10 (3108 votes)
  • Budget: $70,000,000
  • Revenue: $90,000,098
  • Production Companies: 20th Century Fox, Pacific Western
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 7.0371
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Ed Harris

Ed Harris

as Virgil 'Bud' Brigman

Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio

Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio

as Lindsey Brigman

Michael Biehn

Michael Biehn

as Lieutenant Hiram Coffey

Leo Burmester

Leo Burmester

as Catton ‘Catfish’ De Vries

Todd Graff

Todd Graff

as Alan 'Hippy' Carnes

John Bedford Lloyd

John Bedford Lloyd

as Jammer Willis

Kimberly Scott

Kimberly Scott

as Lisa 'One Night' Standing

Chris Elliott

Chris Elliott

as Bendix

J.C. Quinn

J.C. Quinn

as Arliss 'Sonny' Dawson

Pierce Oliver Brewer, Jr.

Pierce Oliver Brewer, Jr.

as Lew Finler

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Featurette

4K Remastered Official Trailer

Original Theatrical International Trailer

Original Theatrical Trailer

Special Edition Trailer

External Links

Keywords

seaflying saucersubmarineoceandiving suitsecret missioninsanitynuclear missileu.s. navyalien life-formufowarningscuba divingunderwaterscubaextraterrestrial life formdeepseamessagetrapped underwater thalassophobia

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Abyss?

The Abyss is a Adventure, Action, Thriller, Science Fiction movie directed by . It was released on 1989-08-09.

Who are the main actors in The Abyss?

The main cast includes Ed Harris, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Michael Biehn, Leo Burmester, Todd Graff, .

Where can I watch The Abyss online?

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

Is The Abyss based on a true story?

When you get there, you will understand.

What is the IMDb rating of The Abyss?

The Abyss has an IMDb rating of 7.355/10 based on 3108 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Abyss?

The movie had a production budget of $70,000,000 and earned $90,000,098 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Abyss?

The soundtrack was composed by 20th Century Fox, Pacific Western. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Abyss filmed?

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

How long is The Abyss?

The total runtime of The Abyss is 140 minutes.

Is The Abyss suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Abyss?

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

Does The Abyss have a post-credit scene?

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

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