The Abyss (1989)
A civilian dive crew discovers an otherworldly force that could change humanity or destroy it, 25,000 feet deep.
A civilian oil rig crew is recruited to conduct a search and rescue effort when a nuclear submarine mysteriously sinks. One diver soon finds himself on a spectacular odyssey 25,000 feet below the ocean's surface where he confronts a mysterious force that has the power to change the world or destroy it.
How intense is The Abyss?
The Abyss is mildly scary, with light gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a late-night trip. Rated PG-13.
What The Abyss feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulatmosphericepic
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionLate night
Where to stream The Abyss
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 14, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Abyss for you?
Is The Abyss scary?
Only a little. The Abyss has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Abyss gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3).
Is The Abyss sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Abyss OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Abyss?
The Abyss runs 2h 20m.
Where can I stream The Abyss?
The Abyss is streaming on Disney+.
Does The Abyss have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
It leaves the ending open to interpretation.
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