Sea of Love
1989, English. Directed by Harold Becker.
Deception is dangerous. Desire is deadly.
Seen-it-all New York detective Frank Keller is unsettled - he has done twenty years on the force and could retire, and he hasn't come to terms with his wife leaving him for a colleague. Joining up with an officer from another part of town to investigate a series of murders linked by the lonely hearts columns he finds he is getting seriously and possibly dangerously involved with Helen, one of the main suspects.
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.6/10 from 727 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Sea of Love
Sea of Love isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Harold BeckerDirector
- Al PacinoFrank Keller
- Ellen BarkinHelen Cruger
- John GoodmanSherman
- Michael RookerTerry
- William HickeyFrank Keller Sr.
- Richard JenkinsGruber
- Paul CalderonSerafino
- Gene CanfieldStruk
- Larry JoshuaDargan
- John SpencerLieutenant
- Christine EstabrookGina Gallagher / Lonelyheart
- Barbara BaxleyMiss Allen
Details
- Released
- 15 September 1989
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Richard Price
- Budget
- $19M
- Box office
- $111M
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Sea of Love: quick answers
Is Sea of Love worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.6/10 from 727 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Sea of Love?
Sea of Love runs 113 minutes (1h 53m).
Does Sea of Love have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Sea of Love. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Sea of Love parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Sea of Love is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Sea of Love on?
Sea of Love isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Sea of Love?
If you liked Sea of Love, try Killer Heat, Someone to Watch Over Me, A Walk Among the Tombstones.
Who directed Sea of Love?
Sea of Love (1989) was directed by Harold Becker and stars Al Pacino, Ellen Barkin, John Goodman.