Based on the incredible true story that inspired Moby Dick
In the winter of 1820, the New England whaling ship Essex is assaulted by something no one could believe—a whale of mammoth size and will, and an almost human sense of vengeance.
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Long watch · 2h 2m
At 2h 2m it runs over two hours.
Thriller · Drama · Adventure · Action · History
TMDB files it under thriller, drama, adventure, action, and history.
6 to rent · 5 to buy
Not listed on a subscription service. Listed to rent from 6 stores. Listed to buy from 5 stores.
6.8 / 10 on TMDB
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