Message in a Bottle
1999, English. Directed by Luis Mandoki.
A story of love lost and found.
A woman finds a romantic letter in a bottle washed ashore and tracks down the author, a widowed shipbuilder whose wife died tragically early. As a deep and mutual attraction blossoms, the man struggles to make peace with his past so that he can move on and find happiness.
- Runtime
- 2h 11m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 868 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Message in a Bottle
Message in a Bottle isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Luis MandokiDirector
- Kevin CostnerGarrett Blake
- Robin WrightTheresa Osborne
- Paul NewmanDodge Blake
- John SavageJohnny Land
- Illeana DouglasLina Paul
- Robbie ColtraneCharlie Toschi
- Jesse JamesJason Osborne
- Bethel LeslieMarta Land
- Tom AldredgeHank Land
- Viveka DavisAlva
- Raphael SbargeAndy
- Rosemary MurphyHelen at the B&B
Details
- Released
- 22 February 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Gerald Di Pego
- Budget
- $80M
- Box office
- $119M
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What Message in a Bottle is based on
Message in a Bottle is based on Message in a Bottle (1998) by Nicholas Sparks, published by Hachette Book Group.
1998
Message in a Bottle
By Nicholas Sparks
Published by Hachette Book Group
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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Message in a Bottle: quick answers
Is Message in a Bottle worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 868 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Message in a Bottle?
Message in a Bottle runs 131 minutes (2h 11m).
Does Message in a Bottle have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Message in a Bottle. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Message in a Bottle parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Message in a Bottle is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Message in a Bottle on?
Message in a Bottle isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Message in a Bottle?
If you liked Message in a Bottle, try Love in the Time of Cholera, Charlie St. Cloud, Moll Flanders.
Who directed Message in a Bottle?
Message in a Bottle (1999) was directed by Luis Mandoki and stars Kevin Costner, Robin Wright, Paul Newman.
What is Message in a Bottle based on?
Message in a Bottle is based on Message in a Bottle (1998) by Nicholas Sparks, published by Hachette Book Group.