Leviathan (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 5.9

Released in 1989, Leviathan is an action, thriller, adventure and horror film directed by George P. Cosmatos, running about 98 minutes. “The true meaning of fear.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Underwater deep-sea miners encounter a Soviet wreck and bring back a dangerous cargo to their base on the ocean floor with horrifying results. The crew of the mining base must fight to survive against a genetic mutation that hunts them down one by one.
Who’s in it. Leviathan stars Peter Weller as Steven Beck, Richard Crenna as Dr. Glen Thompson, Amanda Pays as Elizabeth 'Willie' Williams and Daniel Stern as Buzz 'Sixpack' Parrish, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Leviathan has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $15.7M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Leviathan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Leviathan tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Leviathan (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Leviathan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Leviathan worth watching?
- Leviathan holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, adventure and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Leviathan?
- Leviathan stars Peter Weller, Richard Crenna, Amanda Pays, Daniel Stern and Ernie Hudson.
- When was Leviathan released?
- Leviathan was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.
