The Impossible

Nothing is more powerful than the human spirit.

20121h 53m7.4(6,866 votes)

DramaThrillerHistory

Synopsis

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 dev…

The Impossible (2012) is a drama, thriller, and history film directed by J. A. Bayona. It stars Naomi Watts, Ewan McGregor, and Tom Holland. The film runs for 1 hour 53 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.4 out of 10 from 6,866 votes.

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Director

J. A. Bayona

Cast

Naomi Watts

Maria Bennett

Ewan McGregor

Henry Bennett

Tom Holland

Lucas Bennett

Samuel Joslin

Thomas Bennett

Oaklee Pendergast

Simon Bennett

Marta Etura

Simone

Sönke Möhring

Karl Schweber

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Where can I watch The Impossible?

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Who stars in The Impossible?

The Impossible stars Naomi Watts, Ewan McGregor, Tom Holland, and Samuel Joslin, and was directed by J. A. Bayona.

How long is The Impossible?

The Impossible has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes.

When did The Impossible come out?

The Impossible was released in 2012.

What genre is The Impossible?

The Impossible is a drama, thriller, and history film.

Is The Impossible worth watching?

The Impossible holds an average audience score of 7.4 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.