In the Heart of the Sea (2015)
A whaling ship's crew endures a bleak, gritty struggle for survival against an epic, vengeful beast.
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.
How intense is In the Heart of the Sea?
In the Heart of the Sea is mildly scary, with graphic gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What In the Heart of the Sea feels like
- Tone
- grittysuspensefulbleakepic
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
- True story
- Yes, based on true events.
Where to stream In the Heart of the Sea
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Is In the Heart of the Sea for you?
Is In the Heart of the Sea scary?
Only a little. In the Heart of the Sea has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is In the Heart of the Sea gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is In the Heart of the Sea sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is In the Heart of the Sea OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 2, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is In the Heart of the Sea?
In the Heart of the Sea runs 2h 2m.
Where can I stream In the Heart of the Sea?
In the Heart of the Sea is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does In the Heart of the Sea have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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