Dead in the Water (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1991, Dead in the Water is a thriller, crime and tv movie film directed by Bill Condon, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. Charlie Deegan has almost everything he has ever wanted. He has an important law practice, a beautiful secretary as his lover, and the chance to be appointed to the high court. The only thing wrong with this is that his shrewish wife Olivia, whose father made all the wealth and all the power, is living and that greatly upsets Charlie. So when his lover, Laura, suggests that they get rid of Olivia, Charlie thinks, being a lawyer, that he can create a fool-proof plan. In this plan, he must incorporate a woman named Victoria whom he detests, but she can help him get into the court and be part of the plan for Olivia. But dreams of judgeship, money and Laura makes him proceed. However, things never turn out as planned and he may not be as smart as he considers himself.
Who’s in it. Dead in the Water stars Bryan Brown as Charlie Deegan, Teri Hatcher as Laura Stewart, Anne De Salvo as Olivia Deegan and Veronica Cartwright as Victoria Haines, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Dead in the Water has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dead in the Water page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dead in the Water tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dead in the Water (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dead in the Water change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dead in the Water worth watching?
- Dead in the Water holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, crime and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dead in the Water?
- Dead in the Water stars Bryan Brown, Teri Hatcher, Anne De Salvo, Veronica Cartwright and Seymour Cassel.
- When was Dead in the Water released?
- Dead in the Water was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.