Dead Calm (1989) movie poster

Dead Calm (1989)

"High seas. Deep terror. Try to stay calm."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 65%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 77% (RT: 84%, MC: 70) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Runtime
1h 36m
Country
Australia
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (810 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
84%
Metacritic
70
Cast
Nicole Kidman as Rae Ingram
Sam Neill as John Ingram
Billy Zane as Hughie Warriner
George Shevtsov as Doctor
Rod Mullinar as Russell Bellows
Joshua Tilden as Danny
Michael Long as Specialist Doctor
Lisa Collins as 'Orpheus' Cruise Girl
It's divisive. Only 65% of audiences liked it based on 810 votes. Critics gave it 77%.
Overview
An Australian couple takes a sailing trip in the Pacific to get over the recent loss of their son. While on the open sea, they come across a sinking ship with one survivor who is not at all what he seems. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The initial cut of Dead Calm was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Dead Calm is a 1989 thriller, horror film directed by Phillip Noyce. An Australian couple takes a sailing trip in the Pacific to get over the recent loss of their son. While on the open sea, they come across a sinking ship with one survivor who is not at all what he seems.

The film has been rated by 810 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a thriller film, Dead Calm delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Dead Calm (1989) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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