The Perfect Storm

"The storm is coming."

Jun 30 2000 PG-13 2h 10m
Action, Adventure, Drama

In October 1991, a confluence of weather conditions combined to form a killer storm in the North Atlantic. Caught in the storm was the sword-fishing boat Andrea Gail.

Plot

In October 1991, a confluence of weather conditions combined to form a killer storm in the North Atlantic. Caught in the storm was the sword-fishing boat Andrea Gail. Magnificent foreshadowing and anticipation fill this true-life drama while minute details of the fishing boats, their gear and the weather are juxtaposed with the sea adventure.

Written by

Sebastian Junger, William D. Wittliff

Directed by

Wolfgang Petersen

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Warner Bros. Pictures, Radiant Productions, Baltimore Spring Creek Productions

Languages

English

Awards

Nominated for 2 Oscars. 4 wins & 28 nominations total

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