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Dark Waters (2019)

“The truth has a man on the inside.”

7.5/10 · 2,627 votes 2h 7m pg-13 ThrillerDrama

#50 of 296 films from 2019 #212 of 2475 in thriller

Directed by Todd Haynes · Written by Mario Correa, Matthew Michael Carnahan, Nathaniel Rich

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Overview

A tenacious attorney uncovers a dark secret that connects a growing number of unexplained deaths to one of the world's largest corporations. In the process, he risks everything — his future, his family, and his own life — to expose the truth.

Cast

Mark Ruffaloas Robert Bilott
Anne Hathawayas Sarah Bilott
Tim Robbinsas Tom Terp
Bill Pullmanas Harry Dietzler
Bill Campas Wilbur Tennant
Victor Garberas Phil Donnelly
Mare Winninghamas Darlene Kiger
William Jackson Harperas James Ross
Louisa Krauseas Carla Pfeiffer
Kevin Crowleyas Larry Winter
Bruce Cromeras Kim Burke
Denise Dal Veraas Sandra Tennant
Richard Hagermanas Joe Kiger
Abi Van Andelas Kathleen Welch

Facts

Release dateNovember 22, 2019
Runtime127 min (2h 7m) — longer as the 2019 average of 109 min
GenresThriller, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$20,000,000
Box office$13,601,384 (0.7× budget)
IMDbtt9071322

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Questions

How long is Dark Waters?
Dark Waters runs 127 minutes (2h 7m).
Is Dark Waters worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.5/10 across 2,627 votes, which places it #50 of 296 films released in 2019 in this index (top 83%) and #212 among 2475 thriller titles.
Who directed Dark Waters?
Dark Waters was directed by Todd Haynes. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Carol (2015), Far from Heaven (2002), Velvet Goldmine (1998).
Who stars in Dark Waters?
Mark Ruffalo as Robert Bilott; Anne Hathaway as Sarah Bilott; Tim Robbins as Tom Terp; Bill Pullman as Harry Dietzler; Bill Camp as Wilbur Tennant; Victor Garber as Phil Donnelly.
What is Dark Waters rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Dark Waters?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/9974.

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