The Poseidon Adventure
1972, English. Directed by Ronald Neame.
Hell, upside down.
When their ocean liner capsizes, a group of passengers struggle to survive and escape.
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Where to watch The Poseidon Adventure
The Poseidon Adventure isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Ronald NeameDirector
- Gene HackmanReverend Scott
- Ernest BorgnineMike Rogo
- Stella StevensLinda Rogo
- Shelley WintersBelle Rosen
- Jack AlbertsonManny Rosen
- Red ButtonsJames Martin
- Roddy McDowallAcres
- Carol LynleyNonnie Parry
- Pamela Sue MartinSusan Shelby
- Eric SheaRobin Shelby
- Arthur O'ConnellJohn, the Chaplain
- Leslie NielsenCaptain Harrison
Details
- Released
- 1 December 1972
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Wendell Mayes, Stirling Silliphant
- Budget
- $5M
- Box office
- $85M
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What The Poseidon Adventure is based on
The Poseidon Adventure is based on The Poseidon Adventure, a 1969 novel by Paul Gallico.
Novel · 1969
The Poseidon Adventure
By Paul Gallico
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The Poseidon Adventure: quick answers
What comes after The Poseidon Adventure?
Next in the series: Beyond the Poseidon Adventure (1979).
Is The Poseidon Adventure worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 1,079 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Poseidon Adventure?
The Poseidon Adventure runs 117 minutes (1h 57m).
Does The Poseidon Adventure have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Poseidon Adventure. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Poseidon Adventure parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Poseidon Adventure is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Poseidon Adventure on?
The Poseidon Adventure isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Poseidon Adventure?
If you liked The Poseidon Adventure, try Abandoned, In the Heart of the Sea, The Perfect Storm.
Who directed The Poseidon Adventure?
The Poseidon Adventure (1972) was directed by Ronald Neame and stars Gene Hackman, Ernest Borgnine, Stella Stevens.
What is The Poseidon Adventure based on?
The Poseidon Adventure is based on The Poseidon Adventure, a 1969 novel by Paul Gallico.