Dark Waters (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1944, Dark Waters is a thriller and mystery film directed by André de Toth, running about 90 minutes. “Was love or madness to be her fate?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Leslie Calvin, the sole survivor of a submarine accident, goes to her relatives in order to recover emotionally. Unfortunately, she encounters various scam artists led by Mr. Sydney who intend to kill her and steal the family assets. Dr. George Grover helps Leslie to defeat Sydney.
Who’s in it. Dark Waters stars Merle Oberon as Leslie Calvin, Franchot Tone as Dr. George Grover, Thomas Mitchell as Mr. Sydney and Fay Bainter as Aunt Emily, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Dark Waters 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 Dark Waters page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dark Waters tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dark Waters (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dark Waters change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dark Waters worth watching?
- Dark Waters holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dark Waters?
- Dark Waters stars Merle Oberon, Franchot Tone, Thomas Mitchell, Fay Bainter and Elisha Cook Jr..
- When was Dark Waters released?
- Dark Waters was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.