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The Deep

1977·Movie
2h 3min·PG
49
MediocreGoodWatch score

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High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Nostalgia5
  • Wonder5
  • Romance4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Mystery and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

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Is anything worth the terror of the Deep?

A pair of young vacationers are involved in a dangerous conflict with treasure hunters when they discover a way into a deadly wreck in Bermuda waters.
Underwater ThrillerTreasure HuntBermuda MysteryDangerous Conflict70s AdventureAction-PackedVacation Gone WrongDeadly Wreck

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Deep

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Deep legally?

You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Deep worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 50/100 (IMDb 6.3, Rotten Tomatoes 38%, and Metacritic 41). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Deep rated?

PGViolenceDrug useSexual content

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence, drug use, and sexual content.

How long is The Deep?

2 h 3 min

The Deep runs 2 h 3 min.

Is The Deep based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Deep?

Critics40
Audiences59

Not quite. Audiences rate The Deep higher (59) than critics (40). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was The Deep a box office hit?

Budget$9 million
Box office$100 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $9 million to make and earned $100 million worldwide, 11.1 times its budget.

What language is The Deep in?

EnglishFrench

It was made in English, with some French. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Deep?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Deep in 77 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Deep use?

Adaptational HeroismComposite CharacterSexy Soaked ShirtUngrateful BastardFanserviceBitch in Sheep's ClothingMs. FanserviceNever Split the PartySlippery as an EelHave You Told Anyone Else?Race LiftSole Survivorand 8 more

TV Tropes lists 20 storytelling tropes for The Deep, including Adaptational Heroism, Composite Character, Sexy Soaked Shirt.