The Shallows
Seen it?2016 | 86 min | Horror, Drama, Thriller
Sunday Safe BetWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It made about 7 times its budget, though it had a lukewarm 6.3 out of 10 from audiences. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who likes to be kept guessing and horror fans. If you loved The Descent, start here.
- The mood
- Scary.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 26 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much: an easy pick for most people.
While surfing on a secluded beach, Nancy finds herself in the feeding grounds of a great white shark. Though stranded only 200 yards from shore, survival proves to be the ultimate test of wills, requiring all of her ingenuity, resourcefulness, and fortitude.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsSolid
78% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesBelow par
6.3 out of 10
- AwardsWeak
0 wins and 3 nominations from smaller awards and festivals
- Box office & staying powerStrong
$119 million worldwide on a $17 million budget; interest faded quickly after launch
- Buzz & cultural impactSolid
About 200K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra
- Blake LivelyNancy Adams
- Óscar JaenadaCarlos
- Brett CullenFather
- Janelle BaileyMother
- Sedona LeggeChloe Adams
- Pablo CalvaCarlo's Son
- Diego EspejelIntoxicated Man
- Ava DeanYoung Nancy
- Chelsea MoodyYoung Mom
- Angelo Josue Lozano CorzoSurfer 1