Waterworld(1995)
“Beyond the horizon lies the secret to a new beginning.”
Overview
In a futuristic world where the polar ice caps have melted and made Earth a liquid planet, a beautiful barmaid rescues a mutant seafarer from a floating island prison. They escape, along with her young charge, Enola, and sail off aboard his ship. But the trio soon becomes the target of a menacing pirate who covets the map to 'Dryland'—which is tattooed on Enola's back.
Director
Kevin Reynolds
Studio
Gordon Company
Budget
$175M
Revenue
$264M
Cast
Kevin Costner
as Mariner
Dennis Hopper
as Deacon
Jeanne Tripplehorn
as Helen
Tina Majorino
as Enola
R. D. Call
as Enforcer
Gerard Murphy
as Nord
Michael Jeter
as Old Gregor
Rick Aviles
as Gatesman
Kim Coates
as Drifter
Chaim Jeraffi
as Drifter
Sab Shimono
as Elder
Zitto Kazann
as Elder / Survivor
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1995
Runtime
2h 15m
Language
English
Rating
6.2 / 10
Budget
$175M
Box Office
$264M
Production Companies
Gordon Company • Davis Entertainment • Universal Pictures
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Waterworld?▼
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What is Waterworld about?▼
In a futuristic world where the polar ice caps have melted and made Earth a liquid planet, a beautiful barmaid rescues a mutant seafarer from a floating island prison. They escape, along with her young charge, Enola, and sail off aboard his ship. But the trio soon becomes the target of a menacing pirate who covets the map to 'Dryland'—which is tattooed on Enola's back.
Who directed Waterworld?▼
Waterworld was directed by Kevin Reynolds and released in 1995. It is a adventure, action, science fiction film.
How long is Waterworld?▼
Waterworld has a runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes (135 minutes total).
Who stars in Waterworld?▼
The cast of Waterworld includes Kevin Costner as Mariner, Dennis Hopper as Deacon, Jeanne Tripplehorn as Helen, Tina Majorino as Enola, R. D. Call as Enforcer and more.
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