10 Films About Continental Floods

Description: Set in a future where the polar ice caps have melted, covering the Earth in water, this film explores the life of the Mariner, a mutant who navigates the endless ocean in search of dry land.

Fact: "Waterworld" was one of the most expensive films ever made at the time, with a budget of $175 million. The film's sets were so vast that they included a full-size trimaran, which was later used in the TV series "SeaQuest DSV."

Description: Although primarily about a comet strike, the aftermath includes massive tsunamis and flooding, showing the global impact of such an event on humanity.

Fact: The film was released in the same year as "Armageddon," leading to comparisons between the two asteroid/comet disaster movies.

Description: This action thriller revolves around a heist during a massive flood in a small town, where the rising waters become as much an antagonist as the criminals.

Fact: The film was shot on a set that was flooded with over 17 million gallons of water, making it one of the largest water sets ever created for a movie.

Description: While not about continental flooding, this film captures the essence of nature's fury through the story of a fishing boat crew caught in a massive storm, illustrating the power of water to overwhelm human endeavors.

Fact: The film is based on the true story of the Andrea Gail, which was lost at sea during the 1991 Perfect Storm. The movie used real footage of the storm to enhance its realism.

Description: This blockbuster film depicts a sudden global weather shift leading to a new ice age, but not before causing massive flooding in New York City, showcasing the dramatic effects of climate change.

Fact: The film was inspired by the book "The Coming Global Superstorm" by Art Bell and Whitley Strieber. The iconic scene of the Statue of Liberty being submerged was created using a combination of CGI and a miniature model.

Description: This epic disaster film envisions the end of the world with massive floods, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions, where only the rich can afford to escape the deluge.

Fact: The film's special effects were so extensive that it took over 1,400 visual effects artists to complete the work.

Description: Based on the true story of a family caught in the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, this film provides a personal perspective on the devastation caused by massive flooding.

Fact: The film was shot in Thailand, where the actual tsunami occurred, with some scenes filmed on the same beaches that were hit.

Description: This film tells the true story of the Coast Guard's daring rescue mission during a massive nor'easter storm, highlighting the human spirit against overwhelming odds of nature's wrath.

Fact: The movie was based on the non-fiction book of the same name by Michael J. Tougias and Casey Sherman, detailing one of the most daring rescues in Coast Guard history.

Description: A Norwegian disaster film about a geologist who predicts a massive tsunami in a fjord, showcasing the potential for sudden, catastrophic flooding in unexpected places.

Fact: "The Wave" was Norway's submission for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 88th Academy Awards.

Description: This British disaster film imagines a catastrophic flood in London due to a series of unfortunate events, showcasing the city's vulnerability to rising waters.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life threat of flooding in London due to its location on the River Thames and the potential failure of the Thames Barrier.