The Poseidon Adventure 1972
“Hell, upside down.”
What is The Poseidon Adventure?
The Poseidon Adventure is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Adventure, Drama, Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1972
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 117 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 1, 1972
- Studios
- Kent Productions, 20th Century Fox
- Genres
- Adventure, Drama, Thriller
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Overview
The Poseidon Adventure is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Adventure, Drama, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Kent Productions, 20th Century Fox. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A capsized ocean liner forces passengers to battle the elements and each other.”
- High‑stakes survival drama
- Intense thriller atmosphere
- Classic 1970s adventure
- PG rating limits graphic intensity
- Pacing may feel slow to modern viewers
Watch it if you enjoy tense, character‑driven survival stories set on a doomed ship.
The film’s suspenseful, disaster‑focused tone is suitable for teens and adults, but may be intense for younger viewers.
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What is the basic plot?
A group of passengers must survive and escape after their ocean liner capsizes.
What genres does the film belong to?
It is classified as adventure, drama, and thriller.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately one hour and fifty‑seven minutes.
When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on December 13, 1972.
What is the film’s rating?
The movie carries a PG rating.
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