Movie
The Impossible
Nothing is more powerful than the human spirit.
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 devours everything in its path. Though Maria and her family face their darkest hour, unexpected displays of kindness and courage ameliorate their terror.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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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 devours everything in its path. Though Maria and her family face their darkest hour, unexpected displays of kindness and courage ameliorate their terror.
More about The Impossible
Cast
Naomi WattsMaria Bennett
Ewan McGregorHenry Bennett
Tom HollandLucas Bennett
Samuel JoslinThomas Bennett
Oaklee PendergastSimon Bennett
Marta EturaSimone
Sönke MöhringKarl Schweber
Geraldine ChaplinOld WomanCredits
- Directed by
- J. A. Bayona
- Written by
- Sergio G. Sánchez, María Belón
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
- Budget
- $45M
- Box office
- $198.1M
Production
Apaches FilmsSpain
Telecinco CinemaSpain
La TriniSpain
Canal+ EspañaSpain
