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Movie poster: The Abyss (1989)
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The Abyss

1989 · 140 min Adventure Thriller Science Fiction
7.3 / 10 · TMDB

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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📋 Film Details

Year 1989
Country United States of America
Genre Adventure, Thriller, Science Fiction
Director James Cameron
Runtime 140 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.3/10 (3368 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The director builds tension economically — doesn't waste it, holds it in reserve. The film pins you to your seat methodically, without rushing.

Sustains tension exactly as long as needed. May dip slightly after — but the overall level is good.

For viewers who appreciate intelligent genre work without dumbing down.

Director: James Cameron

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Alone or with a partner. Quiet, dark. Phone on silent.

🎭 Cast

Ed Harris

Ed Harris

Virgil 'Bud' Brigman

Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio

Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio

Lindsey Brigman

Michael Biehn

Michael Biehn

Lieutenant Hiram Coffey

Leo Burmester

Leo Burmester

Catton ‘Catfish’ De Vries

Todd Graff

Todd Graff

Alan 'Hippy' Carnes

John Bedford Lloyd

John Bedford Lloyd

Jammer Willis

Kimberly Scott

Kimberly Scott

Lisa 'One Night' Standing

Chris Elliott

Chris Elliott

Bendix

J.C. Quinn

J.C. Quinn

Arliss 'Sonny' Dawson

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Pierce Oliver Brewer, Jr.

Lew Finler

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