Open Water (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 5.5

Released in 2003, Open Water is a thriller, drama and horror film directed by Chris Kentis, running about 79 minutes. “Scream all you want.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two divers are left out at sea without a boat. There’s nothing but water for miles, unless they look at what’s underneath them...
Who’s in it. Open Water stars Blanchard Ryan as Susan Watkins, Daniel Travis as Daniel Kintner, Saul Stein as Seth and Michael E. Williamson as Davis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Open Water has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $54.7M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Open Water page.
If you liked it. Fans of Open Water tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Open Water (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Open Water change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Open Water worth watching?
- Open Water holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Open Water?
- Open Water stars Blanchard Ryan, Daniel Travis, Saul Stein, Michael E. Williamson and Christina Zenato.
- When was Open Water released?
- Open Water was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.
