Waterproof (2000): cast, story & where to watch
2000 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 2000, Waterproof is a drama film directed by Barry Berman, running about 94 minutes. “Eli Zeal is about to learn that to err is human... and to forgive divine.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Single mother Tyree Battle struggles to keep her young son Thaniel away from the gang-plagued city streets that he is mixed up in. Under severe gang pressure, Thaniel accidentally shoots Jewish shopkeeper Eli Zeal in a botched robbery attempt. Tyree, protecting her son from the law, kidnaps Eli and flees to her hometown of Waterproof.
Who’s in it. Waterproof stars Whitman Mayo as Sugar, April Grace as Tyree Battle, Burt Reynolds as Eli Zeal and Cordereau Dye as Thaniel Battle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Waterproof has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Waterproof page.
If you liked it. Fans of Waterproof tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Waterproof (2000)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Waterproof change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Waterproof worth watching?
- Waterproof holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Waterproof?
- Waterproof stars Whitman Mayo, April Grace, Burt Reynolds, Cordereau Dye and Brandon Crawford.
- When was Waterproof released?
- Waterproof was released in 2000, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.