The Abyss
1989, English. Directed by James Cameron.
When you get there, you will understand.
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.
- Runtime
- 2h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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The Abyss isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- James CameronDirector
- Ed HarrisVirgil 'Bud' Brigman
- Mary Elizabeth MastrantonioLindsey Brigman
- Michael BiehnLieutenant Hiram Coffey
- Leo BurmesterCatton ‘Catfish’ De Vries
- Todd GraffAlan 'Hippy' Carnes
- John Bedford LloydJammer Willis
- Kimberly ScottLisa 'One Night' Standing
- Chris ElliottBendix
- J.C. QuinnArliss 'Sonny' Dawson
- Pierce Oliver Brewer, Jr.Lew Finler
- George Robert KlekWilhite
- Christopher MurphySchoenick
Details
- Released
- 9 August 1989
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- James Cameron
- Budget
- $43M
- Box office
- $90M
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The Abyss: quick answers
Is The Abyss worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 3,663 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Abyss?
The Abyss runs 140 minutes (2h 20m).
Does The Abyss have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Abyss. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Abyss parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Abyss is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Abyss on?
The Abyss isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Abyss?
If you liked The Abyss, try Leviathan, Serenity, Forbidden Planet.
Who directed The Abyss?
The Abyss (1989) was directed by James Cameron and stars Ed Harris, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Michael Biehn.