Deep Water
Synopsis
DEEP WATER is the stunning true story of the fateful voyage of Donald Crowhurst, an amateur yachtsman who enters the most daring nautical challenge ever – the very first solo, non-stop, round-the-world boat race.
Top Cast
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Tilda Swinton
Narrator (voice)
Simon Russell Beale
Donald Crowhurst (voice)
Jean Badin
Bernard Moitessier (voice)
Donald Crowhurst
Self (archive footage)
Clare Crowhurst
Self
Simon Crowhurst
Self
Santiago Franchessie
Self
Ted Hynds
Self
Donald Kerr
Self - Reporter
Robin Knox-Johnston
Self
Francoise Moitessier de Cazalet
Self
Ron Winspear
Self
Rodney Hallworth
Self (archive footage)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 24, 2007
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jerry Rothwell, Louise Osmond
- Original Score
- Harry Escott, Molly Nyman
- Original Title
- Deep Water
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Film4 Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jerry Rothwell, Louise Osmond
Harry Escott, Molly Nyman
Nina Kellgren
Ben Lester
Jacques Perrin, Jonny Persey, John Smithson, Alison Morrow
Department Leadership Roster
Jerry Rothwell
Director
Louise Osmond
Director
Jacques Perrin
Producer
Nina Kellgren
Director of Photography
Ben Lester
Editor
Jonny Persey
Producer
John Smithson
Producer
Alison Morrow
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Deep Water.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Deep Water
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Deep Water about?
DEEP WATER is the stunning true story of the fateful voyage of Donald Crowhurst, an amateur yachtsman who enters the most daring nautical challenge ever – the very first solo, non-stop, round-the-world boat race.
Who directed Deep Water?
Deep Water was directed by Jerry Rothwell, Louise Osmond.
Who stars in Deep Water?
The principal cast of Deep Water includes Tilda Swinton, Simon Russell Beale, Jean Badin, Donald Crowhurst, Clare Crowhurst.
When was Deep Water released and how long is it?
Deep Water was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Deep Water?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Deep Water was composed by Harry Escott, Molly Nyman.