10 Films About Surviving Underwater

Description: A couple discovers sunken treasure off Bermuda, but their find attracts unwanted attention, leading to a fight for survival against both human greed and the ocean's dangers.

Fact: The film was based on the novel by Peter Benchley, who also wrote "Jaws," and features one of the first uses of underwater cinematography for a major motion picture.

Description: A team of deep-sea oil drillers must rescue a sunken nuclear submarine, only to encounter mysterious underwater phenomena. This film captures the essence of survival in the deep sea, blending science fiction with real human drama.

Fact: The film was shot in an enormous tank filled with 7 million gallons of water, and James Cameron nearly drowned during one of the underwater shoots.

Description: A crew at an underwater military base faces a series of disasters, including a mysterious creature, as they try to escape the collapsing facility. This film explores the theme of survival in an isolated underwater environment.

Fact: The film was one of the first to use CGI for underwater scenes, although it was criticized for its special effects at the time.

Description: A deep-sea mining crew discovers a wrecked Russian vessel and inadvertently unleashes a mutated creature. The film showcases the struggle for survival against both the ocean's depths and a biological horror.

Fact: The film shares similarities with "The Abyss" and "DeepStar Six," leading to accusations of plagiarism among the three films.

Description: While not strictly underwater, this film features scenes where characters must survive in a flooded tunnel, adding to the survival theme in an aquatic setting.

Fact: The film is based on the true story of the Tsavo maneaters, but the tunnel flooding scene adds a unique survival element.

Description: A team of scientists explores a mysterious spacecraft at the bottom of the ocean, only to find themselves in a psychological battle for survival against an unknown entity.

Fact: The film was adapted from Michael Crichton's novel of the same name, and the underwater scenes were filmed in a large tank in Los Angeles.

Description: Based on a true story, this film follows the crew of the Andrea Gail as they face a massive storm at sea, showcasing the struggle for survival against the elements.

Fact: The film used real-life footage of storms and recreated the storm conditions in a water tank for authenticity.

Description: This film recounts the real-life events aboard the Soviet submarine K-19, where the crew faces a nuclear reactor meltdown and must work together to survive.

Fact: Harrison Ford and Liam Neeson both underwent extensive training to portray their roles as submarine officers.

Description: This film dramatizes the Coast Guard's daring rescue of the crew from the SS Pendleton, split in two by a storm, showcasing the fight for survival against the sea's fury.

Fact: The film was shot in a water tank in Massachusetts, with the crew using real Coast Guard equipment for authenticity.

Description: A research crew on the ocean floor must navigate a series of disasters, including a mysterious creature, after their drilling station is destroyed. This film captures the claustrophobia and terror of being trapped underwater.

Fact: Kristen Stewart underwent extensive underwater training for her role, including learning to hold her breath for several minutes.