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Deepwater Horizon

PG-13

Released Sep 30, 2016

1h 47m

Mystery & Thriller

Action

Drama

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On April 20, 2010, the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig explodes in the Gulf of Mexico, igniting a massive fireball that kills several crew members. Chief electronics technician Mike Williams (Mark Wahlberg) and his colleagues find themselves fighting for survival as the heat and the flames become stifling and overwhelming. Banding together, the co-workers must use their wits to make it out alive amid all the chaos.

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Critics Consensus

Deepwater Horizon makes effective use of its titular man-made disaster to deliver an uncommonly serious -- yet still suitably gripping -- action thriller.

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K. Austin Collins

The Ringer

[Deepwater] knows what it is: not a memorial or a political indictment, but merely a movie.

Aug 10, 2017

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Jason Bailey

Flavorwire

Clumsy exposition aside, the dialogue feels authentic, tossing around the shorthand and lingo of the job, and the script is precise on the details without getting overwhelmed by them.

Jan 17, 2017

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David Sims

The Atlantic

Viewers will leave with a fine sense of how it felt to be on that blazing rig, but they'll still have plenty of questions about how and why things went so wrong.

Oct 30, 2016

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

Berg’s idea of social commentary is to shove the American flag into the frame at every opportunity.

Rated: 2.5/4

Apr 4, 2023

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Keith Garlington

Keith & the Movies

I’m an admitted disaster movie junkie, and many of them depend on some level of sensationalism. “Deepwater Horizon” keeps its focus on the 126 crew members aboard the rig on that horrible day.

Rated: 4/5

Aug 20, 2022

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

It boasts a fine cast and technical display; however, the experience is limited to its 99-minute runtime and considers none of the extensive issues that stemmed from the disaster.

Rated: 2/4

Apr 11, 2022

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Stephen S

Its a movie about a disaster; true or not its a good movie, showing the emotions as well as why people do this type of work, for their family to have a better life, or hopefully.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

05/14/24

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Lukas K

A grim look at the consequences of unforgiving actions.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/23/24

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I. V

Impressive action sequences and effects, but way too much cliche dialogue.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/10/24

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Nicolas D

"Deepwater Horizon" is an exceptional movie that brilliantly captures the harrowing events surrounding the oil rig disaster. With gripping storytelling, intense visuals, and outstanding performances, the film immerses viewers into the chaos and heroism of that fateful day. The emotional impact is undeniable, as seen in the touching scene where the crane operator selflessly sacrifices his life to protect his fellow crew members. This poignant moment left me in tears, a testament to the film's ability to evoke genuine emotions. "Deepwater Horizon" is a cinematic masterpiece that expertly balances action, drama, and humanity, making it an unforgettable and deeply moving experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/19/23

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stevie-rose

absolutely intense and heart-wrenching. I sob during the ending every time.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/10/23

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Annalise R

I think this movie captures the desperation and fear these crew members had to face during this disaster. The only thing missing from this movie was some of stories of other crew members and how hated all of the crew was after this. They were treated so poorly and BP was foaming at the mouth to push the blame on the crew. Excellent film and amazing cast!

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

08/26/23

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Peter Berg

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Mark Wahlberg

Mike Williams

Kurt Russell

Jimmy Harrell

Douglas M. Griffin

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Patrick O'Bryan

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Synopsis

On April 20, 2010, the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig explodes in the Gulf of Mexico, igniting a massive fireball that kills several crew members. Chief electronics technician Mike Williams (Mark Wahlberg) and his colleagues find themselves fighting for survival as the heat and the flames become stifling and overwhelming. Banding together, the co-workers must use their wits to make it out alive amid all the chaos.

Director: Peter Berg
Producer: Jonathan King, Jeff Skoll, Mark Wahlberg
Screenwriter: Matthew Michael Carnahan, Matthew Sand
Distributor: Lionsgate Films
Production Co: Participant Media, Di Bonaventura Pictures, Leverage Entertainment, Closest to the Hole, Warner Bros. Records
Rating: PG-13 (Disturbing Images|Brief Strong Language|Intense Disaster Sequences)
Genre: Mystery & Thriller, Action, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Sep 30, 2016, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 22, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA): $61.4M
Runtime: 1h 47m
Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos, DTS
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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