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Looking Through Water

2025Movie1 h 47 min

68
GoodGoodWatch score
68
GoodGoodWatch score

Summary

William McKay’s successful New York executive career is in ruins after a shocking betrayal. Called by his estranged father, William travels to Belize for a father & son fishing tournament that reopens old wounds and sparks new understanding. Decades later, William recalls that pivotal trip as he tries to connect with his angry, distant grandson.

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Directed by
Roberto Sneider
Music by
Jeff Russo

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September 3, 2025 · 1 h 47 min · Violence, Strong Language

Released
September 3, 2025
Runtime
1 h 47 min
Content
Violence, Strong Language
Genres
Drama
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
24 countries
Keywords
based on novel or book

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Where can I stream Looking Through Water?

In the United States, Looking Through Water streams on Prime, and it is free with ads on Kanopy, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and Amazon MX Player. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. It also streams in 1 other country.

Is Looking Through Water worth watching?

68
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 68 (IMDb 6.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 83%).

Is Looking Through Water okay for kids?

ViolenceStrong language

Yes: its content advisories are violence and strong language, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Is Looking Through Water plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.