The Boat (2011)
A global cataclysm forces a school-ship crew to navigate an isolated, bleak ocean, their only home.
A global cataclysm, caused by a fatal accident in Geneva (Switzerland) during the implementation of the particle accelerator will lead to the crew and students of the school-ship Polar Star to live the greatest adventure of their lives. Isolated and aware that we only have each other, the ship will become their only home.
How intense is The Boat?
The Boat is mildly scary, with light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated TV-14.
What The Boat feels like
- Tone
- suspensefulgrittybleakepic
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Boat
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is The Boat for you?
Is The Boat scary?
Only a little. The Boat has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is The Boat gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Boat sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Boat OK for kids?
It is rated TV-14. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Boat?
Episodes run about 1h 15m.
Where can I stream The Boat?
The Boat is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
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