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In the Heart of the Sea

2015·Movie·PG-13·122 min·6.8(4,365)

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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United StatesAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
IndiaApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube
United KingdomApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
CanadaNetflix, Netflix Standard with AdsApple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo
AustraliaAmazon Prime Video, Stan, Amazon Prime Video with AdsJustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
GermanyApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
FranceMolotov TVApple TV Store, Canal VOD, Orange VOD
SpainApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies
BrazilHBO Max, HBO Max Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies
JapanU-NEXT, HBO Max on U-NextAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies

About In the Heart of the Sea

In the Heart of the Sea is a 2015 English-language thriller, drama and adventure film directed by Ron Howard. The cast is led by Chris Hemsworth, Benjamin Walker, Cillian Murphy. It has a runtime of 2h 2m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 4400 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

In the Heart of the Sea was produced by Imagine Entertainment, Spring Creek Pictures, and Roth Films and made in Spain and United States of America. It was released on December 3, 2015, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $100 million, it went on to gross $94 million worldwide.

Director
Ron Howard
Writers
Charles Leavitt, Amanda Silver, Rick Jaffa
Release date
December 3, 2015
Original language
English
Age rating
PG-13
Status
Released
Country
Spain, United States of America
Budget
$100 million
Box office
$94 million
Production
Imagine Entertainment, Spring Creek Pictures, Roth Films
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In the Heart of the Sea cast & crew

In the Heart of the Sea was directed by Ron Howard and written by Charles Leavitt, Amanda Silver, and Rick Jaffa.

The cast features Chris Hemsworth as Owen Chase, Benjamin Walker as George Pollard, Cillian Murphy as Matthew Joy, Brendan Gleeson as Old Thomas Nickerson, Ben Whishaw as Herman Melville, and Michelle Fairley as Mrs. Nickerson.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Roque Baños, cinematography is by Anthony Dod Mantle, and it was produced by Will Ward and Brian Grazer.

Is In the Heart of the Sea worth watching?

In the Heart of the Sea holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 4,365 ratings, a solidly received thriller films.

At 2h 2m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy thriller, drama, and adventure, In the Heart of the Sea is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch In the Heart of the Sea

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Cast of In the Heart of the Sea

Chris Hemsworth

Chris Hemsworth

Owen Chase

Benjamin Walker

Benjamin Walker

George Pollard

Cillian Murphy

Cillian Murphy

Matthew Joy

Brendan Gleeson

Brendan Gleeson

Old Thomas Nickerson

Ben Whishaw

Ben Whishaw

Herman Melville

Michelle Fairley

Michelle Fairley

Mrs. Nickerson

Tom Holland

Tom Holland

Young Thomas Nickerson

Paul Anderson

Paul Anderson

Thomas Chappel

Frank Dillane

Frank Dillane

Owen Coffin

Joseph Mawle

Joseph Mawle

Benjamin Lawrence

Edward Ashley

Edward Ashley

Barzallai Ray

Sam Keeley

Sam Keeley

Ramsdell

In the Heart of the Sea — FAQs

Where can I watch In the Heart of the Sea in United States?

In the Heart of the Sea is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

What language is In the Heart of the Sea in?

In the Heart of the Sea is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is In the Heart of the Sea?

In the Heart of the Sea runs 2 hours 2 minutes (122 minutes).

What is In the Heart of the Sea rated?

In the Heart of the Sea is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 4,365 ratings.

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