The Water Horse (2007) movie poster

The Water Horse (2007)

"How do you keep a secret this big?"
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 62%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 72% (RT: 74%, MC: 71) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
FamilyAdventureFantasy

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Runtime
1h 52m
Country
United States of America, United Kingdom, Australia
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.5/10 (1,137 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
74%
Metacritic
71
Cast
Alex Etel as Angus MacMorrow
Emily Watson as Anne MacMorrow
Ben Chaplin as Lewis Mowbray
David Morrissey as Captain Thomas Hamilton
Priyanka Xi as Kirstie MacMorrow
Craig Hall as Charlie MacMorrow
Brian Cox as Old Angus
Erroll Shand as Lt. Wormsley
It's divisive. Only 62% of audiences liked it based on 1,137 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 72%.
Overview
A lonely boy discovers a mysterious egg that hatches a sea creature of Scottish legend. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of The Water Horse was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The iconic poster for The Water Horse was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
Audience Consensus

The Water Horse is a 2007 family, adventure, fantasy film directed by Jay Russell. A lonely boy discovers a mysterious egg that hatches a sea creature of Scottish legend. The film has been rated by 1,137 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a family film, The Water Horse 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 Water Horse (2007) 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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