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Water

1985Movie1 h 38 minPG-13

Comedy
60
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.0

A hopeful, intriguing adventure movie about politics and society.

Good for date night · friends night · party vibe

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Story

The British governor of a tiny island nation in the Caribbean Commonwealth finds his idyllic existence thrown into chaos when an American drilling company finds a huge source of natural mineral water there.

Feels like

  • Political Satire
  • Caribbean Island
  • Colonialism
  • British Humor
  • Water Rights
  • Eccentric Characters
  • Quirky
  • Social Commentary
  • Romantic Subplot

Cast

24 of 37

Crew

Directed by
Dick Clement
Written by
Ian La Frenais, Dick Clement, Bill Persky
Produced by
Ian La Frenais
Music by
Mike Moran

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Facts

January 11, 1985 · 1 h 38 min · PG-13

Released
January 11, 1985
Runtime
1 h 38 min
Age rating
PG-13
Genres
Adventure, Comedy
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
7 countries

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Water?"

Questions about Water

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Water?

Criterion

In the United States, Water streams on Criterion. It also streams in 1 other country.

Is Water worth watching?

60
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 60 (IMDb 6).

Is Water okay for kids?

PG-13

Not for young kids: it's rated PG-13 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for teens and adults.

Will Water make me laugh?

Funny

Yes: the humor is mostly satire (8 of 10) and situational comedy (7 of 10).

Is Water good for date night?

and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightParty Vibe

Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.