---
title: "Deep Water"
year: 2026
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/deep-water-2026"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1127384
imdb_id: "tt29516222"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 107
community_rating: 7.5
vote_count: 232
content_rating: "R"
---

# Deep Water (2026) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/deep-water-2026

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Deep Water is a 2026 survival film directed by Renny Harlin. The production features a cast that includes Aaron Eckhart, Ben Kingsley, Angus Sampson, Lucy Barrett, and Molly Belle Wright. The narrative centers on a group of international passengers traveling on a flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai. During the journey, the aircraft is forced to make an emergency landing in the Pacific Ocean. Following the crash, the survivors find themselves in shark-infested waters. The passengers and crew must work together to overcome their differences and survive the immediate threat posed by a frenzy of sharks drawn to the plane wreckage. The film explores the challenges faced by this group as they attempt to escape the sinking vessel and the surrounding predators. Deep Water was released on May 1, 2026. The film is available for viewing on platforms such as Prime Video and has been documented by various film databases including IMDb, Wikipedia, Moviefone, and Rotten Tomatoes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "International passengers fight for survival after their plane makes an emergency landing in shark-infested waters."

### Why Watch
- intense survival stakes
- ensemble cast performance

### Caveats & Content Note
- high-tension premise may be stressful
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains intense sequences of survival and predatory threats.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: survival, tense, thriller, action

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Renny Harlin
- **Networks / Studios**: Magenta Light Studios, Arclight Films, Simmons/Hamilton Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Aaron Eckhart** as *Ben*
- **Ben Kingsley** as *Rich*
- **Molly Belle Wright** as *Cora*
- **Angus Sampson** as *Dan*
- **Elijah Tamati** as *Finn*
- **Zhao Simei** as *Lilly*
- **Li Wenhan** as *Sam*
- **Nashi** as *Zoe*
- **Richard Crouchley** as *Matt*
- **Madeleine West** as *Martine*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who directed Deep Water?
The film was directed by Renny Harlin.

### Q: When was the film released?
Deep Water was released on May 1, 2026.

### Q: Who are the lead actors?
The cast includes Aaron Eckhart and Ben Kingsley.

### Q: What is the premise of the film?
Passengers on a flight from Los Angeles to Shanghai must survive after an emergency landing in shark-infested waters.

### Q: What genre is Deep Water?
It is a survival film.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Deep Water (2026 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deep_Water_(2026_film))
- [Deep Water (2026) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt29516222/)
- [Deep Water (2026) - Movie | Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/deep-water/vdFIqyzoXvV3ok198rbrM7/main/)
- [Watch Deep Water (2026) | Prime Video - amazon.com](https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Water-Renny-Harlin/dp/B0GYT3F1KV)
- [Deep Water (2026) | Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/deep_water_2026)
- [Deep Water (2026) - Prime Video](https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0PA8RGISY26KFQXW1Q9FI7P54W)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*