The Abyss

Name: The Abyss
Released: 1989-08-09
Rating: 7.358

7.4/10 (3,592)

·1989· 140 min

Director: 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.

Where to Watch

Disney Plus

Trailer

Cast

Ed Harris

Virgil 'Bud' Brigman

Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio

Lindsey Brigman

Michael Biehn

Lieutenant Hiram Coffey

Leo Burmester

Catton ‘Catfish’ De Vries

Todd Graff

Alan 'Hippy' Carnes

John Bedford Lloyd

Jammer Willis

Kimberly Scott

Lisa 'One Night' Standing

Chris Elliott

Bendix

J.C. Quinn

Arliss 'Sonny' Dawson

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Pierce Oliver Brewer, Jr.

Lew Finler

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George Robert Klek

Wilhite

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Christopher Murphy

Schoenick

In brief

The Abyss (1989) is a adventure, thriller, science fiction film. With an average rating of 7.4/10 from 3,592 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 2h 20min. You can stream it on: Disney Plus.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Abyss online?

The Abyss is available on the following streaming services: Disney Plus. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.

How long is The Abyss?

The Abyss runs 140 minutes (2h 20min).

What rating does The Abyss have?

The Abyss has an average rating of 7.4/10 based on 3,592 viewer votes on TMDB.

What year is The Abyss from?

The Abyss was released in 1989.