Is Deep Blue Sea scary?

MyCinema has not rated Deep Blue Sea for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, horror, and science fiction film. It is rated R in the United States.

Where can I watch Deep Blue Sea in the US?

Deep Blue Sea streams on YouTube TV and Starz Apple TV channel and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 3 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is Deep Blue Sea?

Deep Blue Sea runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).

Is Deep Blue Sea suitable for kids?

Deep Blue Sea is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

TMDB19991h 45mAction / Horror / Science Fiction

Deep Blue Sea

Name: Deep Blue Sea
Genre: Action, Horror, Science Fiction
Released: 1999-07-28
Duration: 105 min

Bigger. Smarter. Faster. Meaner.

Researchers on the undersea lab Aquatica have genetically altered the brains of captive sharks to develop a cure for Alzheimer's disease. But there's an unexpected side effect: the sharks got smarter, faster, and more dangerous. After a big storm damages their remote research facility, they must fight for their lives.

TMDB audience score

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Deep Blue Sea at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 45m

At 1h 45m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Action · Horror · Science Fiction

TMDB files it under action, horror, and science fiction.

US availability

2 subscriptions · 6 to rent · 5 to buy

Included with 2 subscription services: YouTube TV and Starz Apple TV channel. Listed to rent from 6 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.

TMDB audience score

6.0 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 6.0 out of 10 across 2,764 votes, a positive audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch Deep Blue Sea tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 45m.
It is included with YouTube TV and Starz Apple TV channel in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 6.0 out of 10 across 2,764 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about Deep Blue Sea

Is Deep Blue Sea scary?: MyCinema has not rated Deep Blue Sea for scares yet. TMDB lists it as an action, horror, and science fiction film. It is rated R in the United States.
Where can I watch Deep Blue Sea in the US?: Deep Blue Sea streams on YouTube TV and Starz Apple TV channel and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 3 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is Deep Blue Sea?: Deep Blue Sea runs 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).
Is Deep Blue Sea suitable for kids?: Deep Blue Sea is rated R in the United States, which means viewers under 17 need an adult with them. No, it is not suitable for children.

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