Is The Impossible scary?

MyCinema has not rated The Impossible for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, thriller, and history film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.

Where can I watch The Impossible in the US?

The Impossible streams on Netflix, fuboTV, Netflix Standard with Ads, and 2 more and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 1 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.

How long is The Impossible?

The Impossible runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).

Is The Impossible suitable for kids?

The Impossible is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.

TMDB20121h 53mDrama / Thriller / History

The Impossible

Name: The Impossible
Genre: Drama, Thriller, History
Released: 2012-09-09
Duration: 113 min

Nothing is more powerful than the human spirit.

In December 2004, close-knit family Maria, Henry and their three sons begin their winter vacation in Thailand. But the day after Christmas, the idyllic holiday turns into an incomprehensible nightmare when a terrifying roar rises from the depths of the sea, followed by a wall of black water that devours everything in its path. Though Maria and her family face their darkest hour, unexpected displays of kindness and courage ameliorate their terror.

TMDB audience score

Based on 6,884 votes

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The Impossible at a glance

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Runtime

Standard length · 1h 53m

At 1h 53m it sits between 90 minutes and two hours.

Genres

Drama · Thriller · History

TMDB files it under drama, thriller, and history.

US availability

5 subscriptions · 4 to rent · 4 to buy

Included with 5 subscription services: Netflix, fuboTV, Netflix Standard with Ads, and 2 more. Listed to rent from 4 stores. Listed to buy from 4 stores.

TMDB audience score

7.4 / 10 on TMDB

TMDB users rate it 7.4 out of 10 across 6,884 votes, a strong audience score. That is a large sample of voters.

Why watch The Impossible tonight

It is a regular evening's length at 1h 53m.
It is included with Netflix, fuboTV, Netflix Standard with Ads, and 2 more in the US, so there is no rental fee if you already subscribe.
TMDB users rate it 7.4 out of 10 across 6,884 votes.
There is a trailer on this page if you want a look first.

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Questions about The Impossible

Is The Impossible scary?: MyCinema has not rated The Impossible for scares yet. TMDB lists it as a drama, thriller, and history film. It is rated PG-13 in the United States.
Where can I watch The Impossible in the US?: The Impossible streams on Netflix, fuboTV, Netflix Standard with Ads, and 2 more and can be rented from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and 1 more in the US. Listings come from JustWatch and can change, so check the service before paying.
How long is The Impossible?: The Impossible runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).
Is The Impossible suitable for kids?: The Impossible is rated PG-13 in the United States, which means some material may be unsuitable for children under 13. It is not suitable for young children.

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