The Impossible(2012)
“Nothing is more powerful than the human spirit.”
Overview
In December 2004, close-knit family Maria, Henry and their three sons begin their winter vacation in Thailand. But the day after Christmas, the idyllic holiday turns into an incomprehensible nightmare when a terrifying roar rises from the depths of the sea, followed by a wall of black water that devours everything in its path. Though Maria and her family face their darkest hour, unexpected displays of kindness and courage ameliorate their terror.
Director
J. A. Bayona
Studio
Apaches Films
Budget
$45M
Revenue
$198M
Cast
Naomi Watts
as Maria Bennett
Ewan McGregor
as Henry Bennett
Tom Holland
as Lucas Bennett
Samuel Joslin
as Thomas Bennett
Oaklee Pendergast
as Simon Bennett
Marta Etura
as Simone
Sönke Möhring
as Karl Schweber
Geraldine Chaplin
as Old Woman
Ploy Jindachote
as Caregiver
Jomjaoi Sae-Limh
as Red Cross Nurse
Johan Sundberg
as Daniel
Jan Roland Sundberg
as Daniel's Father
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2012
Runtime
1h 53m
Language
English
Rating
7.4 / 10
Budget
$45M
Box Office
$198M
Production Companies
Apaches Films • Telecinco Cinema • La Trini
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Where can I watch The Impossible?▼
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What is The Impossible about?▼
In December 2004, close-knit family Maria, Henry and their three sons begin their winter vacation in Thailand. But the day after Christmas, the idyllic holiday turns into an incomprehensible nightmare when a terrifying roar rises from the depths of the sea, followed by a wall of black water that devours everything in its path. Though Maria and her family face their darkest hour, unexpected displays of kindness and courage ameliorate their terror.
Who directed The Impossible?▼
The Impossible was directed by J. A. Bayona and released in 2012. It is a drama, thriller, history film.
How long is The Impossible?▼
The Impossible has a runtime of 1 hours and 53 minutes (113 minutes total).
Who stars in The Impossible?▼
The cast of The Impossible includes Naomi Watts as Maria Bennett, Ewan McGregor as Henry Bennett, Tom Holland as Lucas Bennett, Samuel Joslin as Thomas Bennett, Oaklee Pendergast as Simon Bennett and more.
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