Subways, the lifelines of urban transport, become scenes of chaos and survival when flooded. This curated list of films delves into the heart-pounding scenarios where water invades these underground arteries, creating a unique blend of disaster, survival, and sometimes, even horror. From real-life inspired events to imaginative takes, these movies offer a thrilling ride through the submerged tunnels, showcasing human resilience against the overwhelming forces of nature.
The Poseidon Adventure (1972)
Description: While not about subways, this classic disaster film involves a ship capsizing, creating a similar survival scenario to a flooded subway.
Fact: The film won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "The Morning After."
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The Abyss (1989)
Description: Although set in an underwater oil rig, the film's setting and themes of being trapped in a flooded environment mirror the claustrophobic feel of a flooded subway.
Fact: James Cameron directed this film, using innovative underwater filming techniques.
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DeepStar Six (1989)
Description: While not directly about subways, this underwater base film has scenes reminiscent of flooded tunnels, showcasing survival in a submerged environment.
Fact: It was one of several underwater-themed movies released around the same time, competing with "The Abyss" and "Leviathan."
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Hard Rain (1998)
Description: Set during a massive flood, this action thriller showcases a heist gone wrong in a flooded town, with scenes involving flooded tunnels and subways.
Fact: The film was one of the first to use digital water effects extensively.
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The Perfect Storm (2000)
Description: Although primarily about a fishing boat caught in a storm, the film includes scenes of flooded coastal areas, including subways and tunnels.
Fact: The film is based on the true story of the Andrea Gail, a swordfishing boat lost at sea during the 1991 Perfect Storm.
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The Day After Tomorrow (2004)
Description: This blockbuster disaster film features a scene where New York City's subway system is flooded due to a sudden and catastrophic climate shift, leading to a new ice age.
Fact: The film was inspired by the book "The Coming Global Superstorm" by Art Bell and Whitley Strieber.
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2012 (2009)
Description: This apocalyptic film features scenes of massive flooding, including subways, as the world faces a cataclysmic event.
Fact: The film was one of the most expensive ever made, with a budget of over $200 million.
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The Finest Hours (2016)
Description: Based on a true story, this film includes scenes of flooded coastal areas and tunnels, showcasing the Coast Guard's rescue efforts during a storm.
Fact: The film was shot in Massachusetts, where the real events took place.
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Flood (2007)
Description: London's Thames Barrier fails, leading to catastrophic flooding, including scenes of submerged subway stations.
Fact: The film was shot in London with real locations, enhancing its realism.
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The Tunnel (2011)
Description: This Australian found footage horror film involves a journalist exploring abandoned subway tunnels in Sydney, which are flooded and haunted.
Fact: The film was released for free online after a limited theatrical run.
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