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Tidal Wave

2009·Movie
2h 0min
IMDb5.5Rotten Tomatoes–48%

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Tidal Wave fingerprint

Relentless energy, strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and epic

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Spectacle9
  • Tension8

Heart

Deeply moving and cathartic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Catharsis7
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

Everyday modern life and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and sound design

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Sound Centrality8

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

There is No Escape from Nature's Wrath.

On Haeundae Beach, a guilt-ridden fisherman takes care of a woman whose father accidentally got killed. A scientist reunites with his ex-wife and a daughter who doesn't even remember his face. And a poor rescue worker falls in love with a rich city girl. When they all find out a gigantic tsunami will hit the beach, they realize they only have 10 minutes to escape.
Disaster ThrillerTsunami ActionSouth Korean CinemaEnsemble DramaHigh Stakes SurvivalEmotional ImpactCatastrophic EventHuman Resilience

Crew

Directed by:
JK Youn, Kang Dae-gyu
Written by:
Kim Hwi, JK Youn, Yu Seong-hyeob
Produced by:
JK Youn, David S. Dranitzke, Simon Lee
Composed by:
Choi Tae-young, Eun Hee-soo, Gang Hye-yeong

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Tidal Wave

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Where can I stream Tidal Wave legally?

PrimePhiloThe RokuHooplaFandango at Home FreePluto TVPlexXumo Play

Tidal Wave is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Tidal Wave worth watching?

57
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 57/100 (IMDb 5.5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Tidal Wave rated?

ViolenceDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Tidal Wave?

2 h 0 min

Tidal Wave runs 2 h 0 min.

Was Tidal Wave a box office hit?

Budget$16 million
Box office$72 million

Yes. It cost about $16 million to make and earned $72 million worldwide, 4.5 times its budget.

What language is Tidal Wave in?

KoreanEnglish

It was made in Korean, with some English. Produced in South Korea.

In how many countries can I watch Tidal Wave?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Tidal Wave in 35 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.