The Meg (2018)
A deep-sea rescue mission goes terrifyingly wrong when a massive prehistoric megalodon is unleashed from the depths of the Mariana Trench.
The Meg - Movie Information
- Original Title: The Meg
- Release Year: 2018
- Directed by: Jon Turteltaub
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Action, Sci-Fi, Horror
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 1h 53m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: Mandarin, English, Japanese, Thai
- Release Date (Theatrical): August 9, 2018 (Brazil - 14), August 10, 2018 (United States - PG-13), August 10, 2018 (United Kingdom - 12A), August 9, 2018 (Germany - 12), August 22, 2018 (France - U), August 10, 2018 (India - UA), August 16, 2018 (Australia - M), August 9, 2018 (Mexico - B), August 9, 2018 (Italy - T), August 10, 2018 (Spain - 12), August 10, 2018 (China)
- Alternative Titles: เม็ก โคตรหลามพันล้านปี (TH), Meg: Tubarão Gigante (PT), Мег: Монстр глубины (RU), Meg 1 (UK), Mégalodon (CA), Megatubarão [The Meg] (2018) (BR), Megalodón (ES)
- Production Companies: Apelles Entertainment, Gravity Pictures, di Bonaventura Pictures, Flagship Entertainment Group, Maeday Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
- Production Countries: China, United States of America
The Meg - Plot
A deep sea submersible pilot revisits his past fears in the Mariana Trench, and accidentally unleashes the seventy foot ancestor of the Great White Shark believed to be extinct.
The Meg - Trailer
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Pleased to eat you.
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The Meg - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Jon Turteltaub
Main Cast
- Jason Statham
- Li Bingbing
- Rainn Wilson
- Cliff Curtis
- Ruby Rose
- Jessica McNamee
- Masi Oka
- Winston Chao
- Shuya Sophia Cai
- Page Kennedy
Writers
- Dean Georgaris
- Jon Hoeber
- Erich Hoeber
Producers
- Belle Avery
- Colin Wilson
- Lorenzo di Bonaventura
The Meg - FAQs
Is The Meg based on a true story?
The Meg isn't based on a true story, but it draws on real science. Megalodons were genuine prehistoric sharks that roamed the oceans millions of years ago. The film is adapted from Steve Alten's 1997 novel Meg: A Novel of Deep Terror, which imagines what might happen if one survived in the deep sea.
How big is the megalodon shark in The Meg?
The megalodon in The Meg is depicted as roughly 75 feet long — dwarfing even the largest great white sharks alive today. Real megalodons are estimated to have reached up to 60 feet, so the film takes some creative liberty, but the sheer scale of the creature is grounded in genuine paleontological estimates.
Who are the main actors in The Meg?
Jason Statham leads the cast as Jonas Taylor, a deep-sea rescue diver. He's joined by Li Bingbing as marine biologist Suyin, Rainn Wilson as the eccentric billionaire Morris, Cliff Curtis, Ruby Rose, Jessica McNamee, Masi Oka, Winston Chao, Shuya Sophia Cai, and Page Kennedy.
Where can I watch The Meg?
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What is The Meg about?
The Meg follows Jonas Taylor, a deep-sea rescue diver who returns to the Mariana Trench on a dangerous mission. His team accidentally disturbs a hidden ecosystem and releases a 75-foot megalodon — a prehistoric shark thought to be extinct — threatening a crowded beach and the entire crew.
Is The Meg worth watching?
If you enjoy big, fun creature features, The Meg delivers exactly what it promises. It earned over $530 million worldwide and holds a solid audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics found it entertaining if not groundbreaking — think Jaws meets a summer blockbuster with Jason Statham punching a giant shark.
What is the age rating for The Meg?
The Meg is rated PG-13 in the United States, making it accessible to most audiences. It contains intense action sequences, some scary shark-attack scenes, and mild language, but avoids the graphic gore you'd find in an R-rated horror film. It's a solid pick for teens and adults alike.
Does The Meg have a sequel?
Yes! The Meg was followed by Meg 2: The Trench, released in 2023. Jason Statham returns as Jonas Taylor, this time facing multiple megalodons and other deep-sea threats. The sequel expands the underwater world established in the first film and amps up the action considerably.
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