Customer Ratings & Reviews

This is one of my favorite movies of this time. It was that wonderful period when you could see a blend of practical and digital effects before the CG takeover. There are wonderfully hand-made models of the undersea facilities and vehicles and that strange CG water probe that may not hold up to special effects standards of today, but was awe inspiring at the time. Ed Harris gives a great performance as always. The ending is a little cheesy. A little like Close Encounters under the ocean, but it is, nevertheless, highly entertaining. My only critique is that this movie is still not available in HD as of 2019. I don't know what the hold up is, but I would really like to see a bluray or 4K transfer of this film.

If there were more than 5 stars available, The Abyss would get them all. First, it is a James Cameron film, so you know you are in for a remarkable experience. Second, Ed Harris was OUTSTANDING! (Though, humans cannot breathe liquid the way he did in the movie.) The climax involved a message along the lines of the message the alien Klaatu brought to Earth - we have been watched and we pose a danger to others in the Universe, so we need to straighten out. In "The Earth Stood Still," Klatuu stopped time to demonstrate his power. In The Abyss, the aliens living at the deepest depths of the ocean floor created and then stopped tidal waves to demonstrate their power. This movie is a 2 hour 50 minute event, so plan accordingly. I was an emotional wreck for the last 30 minutes.

Saw the movie when it first came out a long time ago. Loved it then and it still was as exciting now! This version had additional footage and I must admit I was unable to tell the new footage because it was long ago since I watched the movie. So I would have to say that the added footage did not change anything for me, so this is still a winner of a movie.

James Cameron's 1989 sci-fi adventure of being in water and groundbreaking early CG is greater in the 171 minute version of the film but needs a blu-ray release really badly.

The extended cut is great... even if it is a little preachy. A great film made under the most difficult of conditions. Be sure to check out the bonus features.

this movie has a great concept and was filmed mostly under water. one of the best sci-fi efforts of its era. great cast and excellent storyline. a real treat!

Ever see this movie in TV? If so, you've never really understood the essential point, because it was cut from the standard release. This is a good sci fi, scary and educational in full release version

A classic suspension thriller underwater alien movie, but in high def, classic special effects looking good. Oldie but definitely a goodie

I have had a hard time finding a copy of this movie that will play correctly on my TV. This one is flawless. Good price for a great product

Haven't seen this movie in years and is one of my favorites. James Cameron was one of the most sought after directors at the time, and produced one of the best sci Fi movies of all time

Classic movie....I was delighted to see this movie in the barging bin...haven't seen in years....enjoyed it like the first time

I remember seeing this movie when it first premiered. I enjoyed it then;the actors and story and enjoyed this dvd .

Easily one of the first adventure films ever made. A pioneering classic in every sense. One of James Cameron’s finest.

I had read the book before I had gotten the movie and it stuck pretty well to the book. Good for a movie night.

This movie was a great remake from the past.Of course the special effects arent as good as today.Good story lines.

Great special effects with an awesome cast make this story into a great movie. Pop some popcorn and enjoy!

Happy to find this movie at great price...It was a nice blast from the past as I remember seeing it in a theater.

Classic James Cameron thriller with sci-fi twist...on top of deep sea drama. Ed Harris is outstanding. Extended additions explain a lot more of the story-line.

I watched this movie so many times and always love to rewatch it. This is one of those to watch over and over.

This is a really good movie to enjoy on the couch with some popcorn. Good story, good cinematography.