In the Heart of the Sea poster

Where to watch In the Heart of the Sea (2015)

  • Movie
  • English
  • 2h 2m
Genre
Action, Adventure, Drama, History, Thriller
Director
Ron Howard
Theatrical release
4 Dec 2015

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Story

Set in 1820, this historical drama follows the crew of the Essex, a New England whaling vessel that encounters an extraordinary and aggressive whale. The film chronicles the ship's encounter with this massive creature and the harrowing events that unfold. Through interviews with an aging survivor, the story pieces together what happened during this fateful voyage and the struggle for survival that tests the crew's resolve.

Why watch

  • Ron Howard directs this action-packed historical adventure with a strong ensemble cast
  • Chris Hemsworth and Benjamin Walker lead a gripping drama set on the high seas
  • A thrilling tale based on real maritime history with intense survival elements

Good for: Viewers who enjoy historical action-dramas with adventure and survival themes; not recommended for young children due to the film's dramatic and intense nature.

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Cast

  • Chris Hemsworth Chris HemsworthOwen Chase
  • Benjamin Walker Benjamin WalkerGeorge Pollard
  • Cillian Murphy Cillian MurphyMatthew Joy
  • Brendan Gleeson Brendan GleesonOld Thomas Nickerson
  • Ben Whishaw Ben WhishawHerman Melville
  • Michelle Fairley Michelle FairleyMrs. Nickerson
  • Tom Holland Tom HollandYoung Thomas Nickerson
  • Paul Anderson Paul AndersonThomas Chappel
  • Frank Dillane Frank DillaneOwen Coffin
  • Joseph Mawle Joseph MawleBenjamin Lawrence
  • Edward Ashley Edward AshleyBarzallai Ray
  • Sam Keeley Sam KeeleyRamsdell
  • Osy Ikhile Osy IkhileRichard Peterson
  • Gary Beadle Gary BeadleWilliam Bond
  • Jamie Sives Jamie SivesIsaac Cole

Frequently asked questions

Which OTT platform is In the Heart of the Sea streaming on?

In the Heart of the Sea is currently available in India on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Amazon Video.

Can I watch In the Heart of the Sea for free?

You can rent or buy In the Heart of the Sea on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Amazon Video.

When was In the Heart of the Sea released?

In the Heart of the Sea released in theatres in India on 4 Dec 2015.

Who is in the cast of In the Heart of the Sea?

In the Heart of the Sea stars Chris Hemsworth, Benjamin Walker, Cillian Murphy, Brendan Gleeson and Ben Whishaw.

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