Cast & Crew
S
Stirling Silliphant
Screenplay
J
Jack Baur
Casting
H
Hal Herman
Unit Production Manager
S
Sidney Marshall
Producer
Movie Details
Theatrical Release:December 13th, 1972
On DVD & Blu-ray:March 9th, 1999
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Movie Budget:$5,000,000
Movie Box Office Gross:$84,563,118 (Worldwide)
Original Language:English
Production Companies:Kent Productions, 20th Century Fox
The Poseidon Adventure Collection
These films center on survival and the struggles of passengers facing catastrophic events aboard a sea vessel. The consistent theme is antagonists, whether nature, adversaries, or internal tensions, adding conflict and challenges. The collection progresses from a singular event to its aftermath, increasing stakes and complications. The appeal lies in the excitement and suspense of unfolding events, character tension, and the spectacle of sea-based settings with creative action sequences. These films often explore the resilience of the human spirit, heroism, sacrifice, and redemption, encouraging viewers to reflect on human interactions and philosophical questions about existence.
