Undertow (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1996, Undertow is an action, thriller, drama and tv movie film directed by Eric Red, running about 93 minutes. “Just below the surface lies a deadly trap.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After his car breaks down, Jack seeks shelter, lost in a thunderstorm in a remote shack in the woods. He finds himself held at gunpoint by a deranged mountain man who lives there with his young wife. As the storm rages on, tension mounts in the small cabin. Matters reach a climax when Jack falls for the beautiful woman and tries persuading her to escape with him. Soon, the situation escalates into deadly violence...
Who’s in it. Undertow stars Lou Diamond Phillips as Jack Ketchum, Mia Sara as Willie Yates and Charles Dance as Lyle Yates.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Undertow 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 Undertow page.
If you liked it. Fans of Undertow tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Undertow (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Undertow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Undertow worth watching?
- Undertow holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Undertow?
- Undertow stars Lou Diamond Phillips, Mia Sara and Charles Dance.
- When was Undertow released?
- Undertow was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.