Oceans

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Oceans

G

Released Apr 22, 2010

1h 42m

Documentary

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Most of the Earth's surface is covered by water; using the latest technology, filmmakers Jacques Perrin and Jacques Cluzaud set out to explore the underwater world. Diving deep into the waters that ultimately sustain all life on Earth, Perrin and Cluzaud capture spectacular footage of the amazing beauty and harsh reality of life beneath the waves.

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Critics Consensus

Oceans adds another visually stunning chapter to the Disney Nature library.

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Sara Michelle Fetters

MovieFreak.com

This mealtime footage of prey and predators isn't just remarkable, it's simply breathtaking, and it's only one moment of many that had me holding my breath in wonder.

Rated: 3.5/4

Apr 29, 2010

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Michael Phillips

At the Movies

Visually [it's] quite seductive.

Apr 26, 2010

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A.O. Scott

At the Movies

Oh, it's amazing.

Apr 26, 2010

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

Filmmakers Jacques Cluzaud and Jacques Perrin expose the viewer to sights in nature that we’ve never seen, some familiar and some new.

Rated: 3.5/4

Aug 22, 2023

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

Who doesn't like watching baby sea otters at play?

Rated: 7/10

Nov 30, 2020

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Rachel Wagner

rachelsreviews.net

It is a standard style of nature documentary with gorgeous cinematography, music and a good message.

Rated: B+

Apr 26, 2019

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Elijah P

It’s very beautiful movie that I’m almost crying.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/27/25

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Audience Member

Another worthy entry by Disney Nature films even 15 years later. The mysteries of the underwater realm are shown with incredibly filmed footage of all kinds of oceanic life forms. It’s even refreshing to witness an epic showdown between a shrimp and a crab than your average summer blockbuster hero vs villain. The oceans are a part of us and connect to our land world more than we know. It’s more than just the gorgeous imagery it’s also about the connected ecosystems that must remain in harmony and balance. The ocean is a major part of our life not just the animals who inhabit it. Kids and parents will get enough of a good education about the wonders of the underwater realm.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

04/23/25

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Audience Member

A documentary film featuring images of creatures in or around the oceans of the world. Narrated by Pierce Brosnan, who does a fantastic job, this film has short segments that focus on specific species and their habits. Without a connective narrative the film was disjointed and I found my mind wondering and I checked twice to see how much of the film remained. There are some stunning visuals that may entertain someone who loves ocean life and for those people I would recommend a viewing of this movie.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

02/15/23

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Audience Member

Solid nature footage with a sweet Pierce Brosnan narration but unfortunately there are so many of these nature docs these days, it is harder to stand out.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/20/23

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Audience Member

I love Disney, and nature documentaries so I thought I was gonna love it, but this film really didn't do it for me. Bizarre story line, mediocre commentary but beautiful shots.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

01/25/23

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Audience Member

Beautifully filmed and entertainingly narrated by Pierce Brosnan.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

01/16/23

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Synopsis

Most of the Earth's surface is covered by water; using the latest technology, filmmakers Jacques Perrin and Jacques Cluzaud set out to explore the underwater world. Diving deep into the waters that ultimately sustain all life on Earth, Perrin and Cluzaud capture spectacular footage of the amazing beauty and harsh reality of life beneath the waves.

Director: Jacques Perrin, Jacques Cluzaud
Producer: Jacques Perrin, Nicolas Mauvernay
Screenwriter: Jacques Perrin, Jacques Cluzaud, François Sarano, Stéphane Durand, Laurent Debas, Laurent Gaudé
Distributor: Walt Disney
Production Co: JMH-TSR, Notro Films, S.L., Pathé, France 2 Cinéma, France 3 Cinéma, Galatée Films
Rating: G
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: French (France)
Release Date (Theaters): Apr 22, 2010, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jan 1, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $19.4M
Runtime: 1h 42m

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