The Abyss
“When you get there, you will understand.”
Where to watch The Abyss in United States
The Abyss is streaming on Disney Plus, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, Philo and BBC America in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and Spectrum On Demand. Availability checked 26 May 2026.
About The Abyss
The Abyss is a 1989 movie in the Adventure, Thriller and Science Fiction genres, directed by James Cameron, starring Ed Harris, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio and Michael Biehn. It has a runtime of 2 hours 20 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.4/10 from 3,427 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Abyss in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
The Abyss trailer
Overview
A civilian oil rig crew is recruited to conduct a search and rescue effort when a nuclear submarine mysteriously sinks. One diver soon finds himself on a spectacular odyssey 25,000 feet below the ocean's surface where he confronts a mysterious force that has the power to change the world or destroy it.
Top cast
Ed Harris
Virgil 'Bud' Brigman
Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio
Lindsey Brigman
Michael Biehn
Lieutenant Hiram Coffey
Leo Burmester
Catton ‘Catfish’ De Vries
Todd Graff
Alan 'Hippy' Carnes
John Bedford Lloyd
Jammer Willis
Kimberly Scott
Lisa 'One Night' Standing
Chris Elliott
Bendix
J.C. Quinn
Arliss 'Sonny' Dawson
Pierce Oliver Brewer, Jr.
Lew Finler
George Robert Klek
Wilhite
Christopher Murphy
Schoenick
Adam Nelson
Ensign Monk
Dick Warlock
Dwight Perry
Jimmie Ray Weeks
Leland McBride
J. Kenneth Campbell
DeMarco
Peter Ratray
Captain
Michael Beach
Barnes
Ken Jenkins
Gerard Kirkhill
Michael Chapman
Dr. Berg
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Abyss in United States?+
In United States, you can stream The Abyss on Disney Plus, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, Philo and BBC America. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home and Spectrum On Demand.
Is The Abyss on Netflix?+
The Abyss is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on Disney Plus, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, Philo and BBC America.
How long is The Abyss?+
The Abyss has a runtime of 2 hours 20 minutes (140 minutes).
Who stars in The Abyss?+
The Abyss stars Ed Harris, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Michael Biehn, Leo Burmester and Todd Graff.
When did The Abyss come out?+
The Abyss is a 1989 movie directed by James Cameron.
What genre is The Abyss?+
The Abyss is Adventure, Thriller and Science Fiction film.
Who directed The Abyss?+
The Abyss was directed by James Cameron.
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