The Impossible
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The Impossible (2012)

12A
02/01/2013 (GB)
Drama, Thriller, History
1h 54m

Nothing is more powerful than the human spirit.

Overview

In December 2004, close-knit family Maria, Henry and their three sons begin their winter vacation in Thailand. But the day after Christmas, the idyllic holiday turns into an incomprehensible nightmare when a terrifying roar rises from the depths of the sea, followed by a wall of black water that devours everything in its path. Though Maria and her family face their darkest hour, unexpected displays of kindness and courage ameliorate their terror.

  • J.A. BayonaDirector
  • Sergio G. SánchezWriter
  • Status

    Released

  • Original Language

    English

  • Budget

    $45,000,000

  • Revenue

    $198,100,000

Keywords

  • human vs nature
  • natural disaster
  • thailand
  • tsunami
  • historical fiction
  • family vacation
  • struggle for survival
  • survival horror
  • tidal wave
  • catastrophe
  • swept away
  • separation from family
  • boxing day
  • disaster movie
  • man vs nature

Top Billed Cast

Naomi Watts

Naomi Watts

Maria Bennett

Ewan McGregor

Ewan McGregor

Henry Bennett

Tom Holland

Tom Holland

Lucas Bennett

Samuel Joslin

Samuel Joslin

Thomas Bennett

Oaklee Pendergast

Oaklee Pendergast

Simon Bennett

Marta Etura

Marta Etura

Simone

Sönke Möhring

Sönke Möhring

Karl Schweber

Geraldine Chaplin

Geraldine Chaplin

Old Woman

Ploy Jindachote

Ploy Jindachote

Caregiver

Jomjaoi Sae-Limh

Red Cross Nurse

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