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The Poseidon Adventure (1972)

โ€œHell, upside down.โ€

7.2/10 ยท 1,027 votes 1h 57m pg ActionAdventureThrillerDrama

#14 of 22 films from 1972 #501 of 2168 in action

Directed by Ronald Neame ยท Written by Wendell Mayes, Stirling Silliphant, Paul Gallico

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Overview

When their ocean liner capsizes, a group of passengers struggle to survive and escape.

Cast

Gene Hackmanas Reverend Scott
Ernest Borgnineas Mike Rogo
Red Buttonsas James Martin
Carol Lynleyas Nonnie Parry
Roddy McDowallas Acres
Stella Stevensas Linda Rogo
Shelley Wintersas Belle Rosen
Jack Albertsonas Manny Rosen
Leslie Nielsenas Captain Harrison
Pamela Sue Martinas Susan Shelby
Eric Sheaas Robin Shelby
Fred Sadoffas Mr. Linarcos
Roseann Williamsas Woman
Arthur O'Connellas John, the Chaplain

Facts

Release dateDecember 1, 1972
Runtime117 min (1h 57m) โ€” about the same as the 1972 average of 110 min
GenresAction, Adventure, Thriller, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$5,000,000
Box office$84,563,118 (16.9ร— budget)
IMDbtt0069113

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Questions

How long is The Poseidon Adventure?
The Poseidon Adventure runs 117 minutes (1h 57m).
Is The Poseidon Adventure worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.2/10 across 1,027 votes, which places it #14 of 22 films released in 1972 in this index (top 41%) and #501 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Poseidon Adventure?
The Poseidon Adventure was directed by Ronald Neame.
Who stars in The Poseidon Adventure?
Gene Hackman as Reverend Scott; Ernest Borgnine as Mike Rogo; Red Buttons as James Martin; Carol Lynley as Nonnie Parry; Roddy McDowall as Acres; Stella Stevens as Linda Rogo.
What is The Poseidon Adventure rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Poseidon Adventure?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/111184.

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