Beyond the Sea

2004·Movie
1h 58min·PG-13
IMDb6.7Metacritic466.7Rotten Tomatoes43%64%

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Beyond the Sea fingerprint

Strong craft, striking style, a touch of humor.

Energy

Spectacular

  • Spectacle7
  • Fast Pace6
  • Tension4

Heart

Nostalgic and moving

  • Nostalgia9
  • Pathos8
  • Romance7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay6
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

A real life story, show business, and history

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Non-linear Narrative8

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality9
  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

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About

In the era of cool, Bobby Darin was the soundtrack.

Based on the life and career of legendary entertainer, Bobby Darin, the biopic moves back and forth between his childhood and adulthood, to tell the tale of his life.
Musical BiopicShow Business DramaNostalgic Period PieceNon-Linear StorytellingCelebrity Life StoryRomantic DramaTragic Artist TaleSoundtrack-DrivenCharacter Study

Crew

Directed by:
Kevin Spacey, Sean Guest, Susanna Lenton
Written by:
Kevin Spacey, Lewis Colick
Produced by:
Kevin Spacey, Mark Damon, Mary Selway
Composed by:
Arthur Graley, Peter Burgis, James Seddon

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Beyond the Sea

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Where can I stream Beyond the Sea legally?

PrimeThe RokuHooplaFandango at Home FreeAmazon Prime Video Free with AdsLionsgate+ Amazon ChannelsTubi TVHowdy

Beyond the Sea is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fandango at Home Free, and YouTube Free. 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 Beyond the Sea worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 43%, and Metacritic 46). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Beyond the Sea rated?

PG-13Sexual contentDrug use

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: sexual content and drug use.

How long is Beyond the Sea?

1 h 58 min

Beyond the Sea runs 1 h 58 min.

Is Beyond the Sea based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Beyond the Sea?

Critics45
Audiences66

Not quite. Audiences rate Beyond the Sea higher (66) than critics (45). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Beyond the Sea a box office hit?

Budget$25 million
Box office$8 million

No. It cost about $25 million to make and earned $8 million worldwide, 34% of its budget.

What language is Beyond the Sea in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in Germany, United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch Beyond the Sea?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Beyond the Sea in 27 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Beyond the Sea use?

The AlcoholicFamily Relationship SwitcherooChaste Separating SwordLine-of-Sight NameMy Own Private "I Do"

TV Tropes lists 5 storytelling tropes for Beyond the Sea, including The Alcoholic, Family Relationship Switcheroo, Chaste Separating Sword.

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