6 intense underwater thrillers to watch this weekend — including an '80s classic from James Cameron
New survival thriller "Whalefall" is in theaters, and to celebrate, I'm picking the six best underwater thrillers.
Here are six intense underwater thrillers to watch this weekend, along with an 80s classic from James Cameron:
"The Abyss" (1989) - Directed by James Cameron, this sci-fi adventure centers on a cast of characters racing against time in the depths of the ocean after a submarine sinks. It was nominated for four Oscars, winning Best Visual Effects.
"The Dive" (2023) - This thriller explores trauma, high-stakes plotting, and the dangers of diving. Sisters May (Louisa Krause) and Drew (Sophie Lowe) go diving only to face underwater debris and limited oxygen. Drew must free her sister before it's too late.
"Underwater" (2020) - Set in 2050 within a high-tech underwater drilling facility, this film mixes the fear of the deep sea with terror as an earthquake threatens the crew. When an earthquake strikes, the crew discovers they're being attacked by something even more terrifying.
"47 Meters Down" (2017) - This survival thriller follows two sisters, Kate (Claire Holt) and Lisa (Mandy Moore), who get trapped in a cage 150 feet underwater during a cage dive. They encounter great white sharks circling them as their cage snaps and they're stranded.
"47 Meters Down: Uncaged" (2019) - A sequel to "47 Meters Down," this film features four girls trapped in a submerged Mayan city while a chain reaction and great white sharks threaten their survival.
"Last Breath" (2025) - This intense film is a remake of the 2019 documentary "Last Breath," directed by Alex Parkinson. It chronicles what happens in extreme conditions, based on a true story. Chris (Finn Cole), David (Simu Liu), and Duncan (W) face nerve-shredding challenges in this harrowing tale.
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