The Descent movie poster

The Descent

"Scream your last breath."

July 8, 2005 1h 40m 7.0/10 (4,249 votes)

Originally released in 2005. The Descent is a adventure/horror film. directed by Neil Marshall.

Starring Shauna Macdonald, Natalie Mendoza, and Alex Reid

Synopsis

After a personal tragedy, Sarah joins her friends on a caving expedition in the Appalachian Mountains. But when a rockfall traps them deep underground, their adventure turns into a nightmare. As they search for a way out, the group discovers they are not alone—lurking in the darkness are savage, cave-dwelling creatures. With rising tension and dwindling trust, the women must fight to survive against both the predators and each other.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 8, 2005 20 years ago
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Runtime 1h 40m 100 minutes total
User Rating 7.0/10 Good (4,249 votes)
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Budget $3.5M Production budget
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Box Office $57.1M 16.3x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$3,500,000
Revenue
$57,130,027

Production Companies

  • Celador Films
  • Northmen Productions
  • Pathe

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Descent about?

After a personal tragedy, Sarah joins her friends on a caving expedition in the Appalachian Mountains. But when a rockfall traps them deep underground, their adventure turns into a nightmare. As th...

Who directed The Descent?

The Descent was directed by Neil Marshall.

How long is The Descent?

The Descent has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).

When was The Descent released?

The Descent was released on July 8, 2005 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Descent?

The main cast of The Descent includes Shauna Macdonald, Natalie Mendoza, Alex Reid, MyAnna Buring, Saskia Mulder.

Is The Descent worth watching?

The Descent has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 4,249 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.