The Abyss
"When you get there, you will understand."
Originally released in 1989. The Abyss is a adventure/thriller film. directed by James Cameron. With a runtime of 2h 20m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Ed Harris, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, and Michael Biehn
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 9, 1989
36 years ago
Runtime
2h 20m
140 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (3,296 votes)
Budget
$43M
Production budget
Box Office
$90M
2.1x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top 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
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $43,000,000
- Revenue
- $90,000,098
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
- Pacific Western
Frequently Asked Questions
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 o...
Who directed The Abyss?
The Abyss was directed by James Cameron.
How long is The Abyss?
The Abyss has a runtime of 2 hours and 20 minutes (140 minutes total).
When was The Abyss released?
The Abyss was released on August 9, 1989 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Abyss?
The main cast of The Abyss includes Ed Harris, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Michael Biehn, Leo Burmester, Todd Graff.
Is The Abyss worth watching?
The Abyss has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 3,296 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.