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The Shallows

PG-1320161h 26mJaume Collet-Serra
IMDb 6.3 · Rotten Tomatoes 78% · Metacritic 59

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"What was once in the deep is now in the shallows."

While surfing on a secluded beach, Nancy finds herself in the feeding grounds of a great white shark. Though stranded only 200 yards from shore, survival proves to be the ultimate test of wills, requiring all of her ingenuity, resourcefulness, and fortitude.

HorrorDramaThriller
SurfingSurferIslandMexicoShark AttackAnimal AttackCoral ReefSurvivalWoundedCreature

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Shallows (2016) about?

While surfing on a secluded beach, Nancy finds herself in the feeding grounds of a great white shark. Though stranded only 200 yards from shore, survival proves to be the ultimate test of wills, requiring all of her ingenuity, resourcefulness, and fortitude.

Who stars in The Shallows?

The Shallows stars Blake Lively (Nancy Adams), Óscar Jaenada (Carlos), Brett Cullen (Father), Janelle Bailey (Mother), Sedona Legge (Chloe Adams). The film was directed by Jaume Collet-Serra.

How long is The Shallows?

The Shallows has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2016. It is rated PG-13.

Is The Shallows worth watching?

The Shallows holds an IMDb rating of 6.3/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 78. Fans of Horror, Drama, Thriller are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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