Hovering Over the Water (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1986, Hovering Over the Water is a drama and romance film directed by João César Monteiro, running about 143 minutes.
What it’s about. Laura Rossellini, a widow from Rome, vacations on the Algarve coast one hot summer. One day while sunbathing, she finds a wounded man named Robert drifting in the surf on a rubber raft. She takes him home, and, after he is revived, learns his story. As they talk, their mutual attraction grows, until a group of armed men suddenly arrive looking for Robert.
Who’s in it. Hovering Over the Water stars Laura Morante as Laura Rossellini, Philip J. Spinelli as Robert Jordan, Manuela de Freitas as Sara and Georges Claisse as Antoine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Hovering Over the Water has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hovering Over the Water page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hovering Over the Water tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Hovering Over the Water (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hovering Over the Water change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Hovering Over the Water worth watching?
- Hovering Over the Water holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Hovering Over the Water?
- Hovering Over the Water stars Laura Morante, Philip J. Spinelli, Manuela de Freitas, Georges Claisse and Teresa Villaverde.
- When was Hovering Over the Water released?
- Hovering Over the Water was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 143 minutes.