The Surface (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 2014, The Surface is a thriller and drama film directed by Gil Cates Jr., running about 86 minutes. “Sometimes you look for the end. Sometimes it looks for you.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two strangers, both at the end of their rope, suddenly meet in the middle of the unpredictable waters of Lake Michigan.
Who’s in it. The Surface stars Sean Astin as Mitch, Mimi Rogers as Kim, Chris Mulkey as Kelly and John Emmet Tracy as Bank Manager, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, The Surface has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Surface page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Surface tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Surface (2014)?
- In US, The Surface is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Surface worth watching?
- The Surface holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Surface?
- The Surface stars Sean Astin, Mimi Rogers, Chris Mulkey, John Emmet Tracy and Elvis Thao.
- When was The Surface released?
- The Surface was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.