Up from the Depths (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 1979, Up from the Depths is a horror film directed by Charles B. Griffith, running about 85 minutes. “Your vacation is about to end!!!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A menacing shark-like predator attacks a Hawaiian tourist area in this low-budget creature feature. An uncredited Roger Corman served as executive producer.
Who’s in it. Up from the Depths stars Sam Bottoms as Greg Oliver, Susanne Reed as Rachel McNamara, Virgil Frye as Earl Sullivan and Kedric Wolfe as Oscar Forbes, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Up from the Depths has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Up from the Depths page.
If you liked it. Fans of Up from the Depths tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Up from the Depths (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Up from the Depths change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Up from the Depths worth watching?
- Up from the Depths holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Up from the Depths?
- Up from the Depths stars Sam Bottoms, Susanne Reed, Virgil Frye, Kedric Wolfe and Charles Howerton.