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The Deep End of the Ocean (1999)

โ€œThe search for her son was over. The search for her family was just beginning.โ€

6.6/10 ยท 554 votes 1h 46m pg-13 DramaMystery

#62 of 105 films from 1999 #2593 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Ulu Grosbard ยท Written by Stephen Schiff, Jacquelyn Mitchard

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Overview

A three-year-old boy disappears during his mother's high school reunion. Nine years later, by chance, he turns up in the town in which the family has just relocated.

Cast

Michelle Pfeifferas Beth
Treat Williamsas Pat
Whoopi Goldbergas Candy
Jonathan Jacksonas Vincent Age 16
Cory Buckas Vincent Age 7
Ryan Merrimanas Sam
Alexa PenaVegaas Kerry Age 9
Michael McGradyas Jimmy Daugherty
Brenda Strongas Ellen
Michael McElroyas Ben
Tony Musanteas Angelo
Rose Gregorioas Rosie
John Kapelosas George
Lucinda Jenneyas Laurie

Facts

Release dateMarch 12, 1999
Runtime106 min (1h 46m) โ€” about the same as the 1999 average of 110 min
GenresDrama, Mystery
LanguageEN
Budget$38,000,000
Box office$28,121,100 (0.7ร— budget)
IMDbtt0120646

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Questions

How long is The Deep End of the Ocean?
The Deep End of the Ocean runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Is The Deep End of the Ocean worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 554 votes, which places it #62 of 105 films released in 1999 in this index (top 42%) and #2593 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed The Deep End of the Ocean?
The Deep End of the Ocean was directed by Ulu Grosbard.
Who stars in The Deep End of the Ocean?
Michelle Pfeiffer as Beth; Treat Williams as Pat; Whoopi Goldberg as Candy; Jonathan Jackson as Vincent Age 16; Cory Buck as Vincent Age 7; Ryan Merriman as Sam.
What is The Deep End of the Ocean rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Deep End of the Ocean?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/16551.

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