The Deep End of the Ocean (1999) movie poster

The Deep End of the Ocean (1999)

"The search for her son was over. The search for her family was just beginning."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 82%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 44% (RT: 42%, MC: 45) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaMystery

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Director
Ulu Grosbard
Runtime
1h 46m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (525 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
42%
Metacritic
45
Cast
Michelle Pfeiffer as Beth Cappadora
Treat Williams as Pat Cappadora
Jonathan Jackson as Vincent Cappadora (age 16)
Ryan Merriman as Sam Karras
Alexa PenaVega as Kerry Cappadora (age 9)
Whoopi Goldberg as Candy Bliss
Cory Buck as Vincent (age 7)
Michael McGrady as Jimmy Daugherty
Most people think so. 82% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 525 votes. Critics scored it lower at 44%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A three-year-old boy disappears during his mother's high school reunion. Nine years later, by chance, he turns up in the town in which the family has just relocated. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of The Deep End of the Ocean, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Ulu Grosbard cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

The Deep End of the Ocean is a 1999 drama, mystery film directed by Ulu Grosbard. A three-year-old boy disappears during his mother's high school reunion. Nine years later, by chance, he turns up in the town in which the family has just relocated.

The film has been rated by 525 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, The Deep End of the Ocean 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.

The Deep End of the Ocean (1999) 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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