Poseidon

2006·Movie
1h 38min·PG-13
56
DecentGoodWatch score

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Relentless energy, striking style, no humor.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and nerve-racking

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Tension9
  • Fast Pace9

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Hopefulness6
  • Family Dynamics6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Physical Comedy1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Standout sound design, cinematography, and editing

  • Sound Centrality9
  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure Escapism

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About

Mayday

A packed cruise ship traveling the Atlantic is hit and overturned by a massive wave, compelling the passengers to begin a dramatic fight for their lives.
Disaster ThrillerSurvival StoryIntense ActionSpecial Effects SpectaclePerilous JourneyHigh StakesEnsemble CastVisceral Experience

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Poseidon

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Poseidon legally?

You can 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 Poseidon worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 5.7, Rotten Tomatoes 33%, and Metacritic 83). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Poseidon rated?

PG-13ViolenceDisturbing imagery

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and disturbing imagery.

How long is Poseidon?

1 h 38 min

Poseidon runs 1 h 38 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Poseidon?

Critics58
Audiences53

Yes. Critics average 58 and audiences 53 out of 100, so both groups see Poseidon much the same way.

Was Poseidon a box office hit?

Budget$160 million
Box office$182 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $160 million to make and earned $182 million worldwide, 1.1 times its budget.

What language is Poseidon in?

EnglishSpanish

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

In how many countries can I watch Poseidon?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Poseidon in 86 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Poseidon use?

Buxom Beauty StandardLosing a Shoe in the StruggleFace Death with DignityAdaptational AttractivenessOne-Word TitleAnyone Can DieSurprisingly Realistic OutcomeSacrificial LionBookendsSoft WaterAir-Vent PassagewayBittersweet Endingand 55 more

TV Tropes lists 67 storytelling tropes for Poseidon, including Buxom Beauty Standard, Losing a Shoe in the Struggle, Face Death with Dignity.

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