Dark Waters (2019)
An earnest attorney risks everything to expose a bleak corporate secret, unfolding with measured, gritty suspense.
A tenacious attorney uncovers a dark secret that connects a growing number of unexplained deaths to one of the world's largest corporations. In the process, he risks everything — his future, his family, and his own life — to expose the truth.
How intense is Dark Waters?
Dark Waters is not scary, with no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What Dark Waters feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulbleakearnest
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
- True story
- Yes, based on a book.
Where to stream Dark Waters
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is Dark Waters for you?
Is Dark Waters scary?
No. Dark Waters is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Dark Waters gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Dark Waters sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Dark Waters OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Dark Waters?
Dark Waters runs 2h 7m.
Where can I stream Dark Waters?
Dark Waters is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Dark Waters have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
Cast and crew
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