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The Drowned

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Woven with references to Greek mythology, The Drowned follows three thieves who have just stolen a priceless painting and arrive at a secluded safe house by the sea, only to discover their fourth accomplice is missing. They must question whether one of them was responsible for her disappearance, or if the blame lies with a more sinister presence lurking in the deep water below.

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Abbie Bernstein Assignment X Oct 13
B
Present-day art thieves vs. mythological horror. Go to Full Review
Kat Hughes THN Oct 8
3/5
Its story may be a tad predictable, the journey however, has a couple of good surprises along the way. Go to Full Review
Heidi Krull MovieJawn Oct 6
The Drowned, Samuel Clemens’s debut feature film, features alluring sirens, intriguing mystery, and art heists all in one, but it leaves a lot up in the air with its lack of concrete storytelling. Go to Full Review
Karina Adelgaard Heaven of Horror Oct 6
2/5
Clearly, there is some passion and talent there, but also a need to work on keeping things interesting and to better manage pacing. Go to Full Review
Kevin Wight The Wee Review Oct 4
2
If Samuel Clemens can bring more storytelling drive – and a more ruthless approach to scriptwriting – to some undeniable technical flair, his next project could be a winner. As a debut however, <i>The Drowned</i> frustrates more than it engages. Go to Full Review
Martin Unsworth Starburst Oct 3
4/5
The film’s images and brooding sound design will linger long after the story is over, and the melding of myth and metaphysical will give fans plenty to debate. Go to Full Review
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Darren J @darrenj Dec 28 Wow! That was soooo bad! I couldn't belive it when it was over. I had to go back to Rotten Tomatoes and see how I chose to watch such an awful move. THen I saw there was no reviews. Let me help you out. Don not waste your valuable time!! See more Melissa W Nov 19 In an era where audiences love to watch films both sincerely and ironically, The Drowned manages to hit that rare sweet spot: it works no matter what mood you’re in, and that’s exactly what makes it so watchable. Anchored by bankable names like the Clemens bros, Lemon, and the rest of the ensemble, the film carries an addictive charm. You find yourself leaning in, wanting to decode the world that Sam, George, Agam, and their team have created. Edward Patrick White’s score lingers long after the credits roll, in the best possible way. There’s an unmistakable spark here, the kind of energy cult classics are born from. Honestly? I’d buy it as a Christmas gift, and then follow the filmmakers on socials, because if The Drowned is any indication, their next trend-setting move is absolutely worth keeping an eye on. See more Cindy Nov 13 Haunting, everything in this piece is haunting. The sudden movements, the twists and turns and the music are all frightening and captivating. I can often tell what's coming next and long before a movie is over I've figured out 'who done it' or why 'it' was done. Yet, this I found unpredictable, which keep me on the edge of my seat. The acting was extremely well done and the voices, the ghost like voices, what a great effect! Well done! This is a must see! See more Herba G Nov 4 This was a nice surprise. After spending hours trying to choose a film, I finally decided to give this one a go. It grabbed my attention straight away and kept me engaged right to the end. It had an old-school horror feel to it that I really liked. I wouldn't be surprised to see The Drowned 2 at some point. I hope so. See more Robyn C Oct 22 So glad I watched this during the day and not before bed! It had my nervous system firing all over the place 😆 it's beautifully shot, well written and has great performances. The music particularly got under my skin. If you like thrillers, dive in! See more Natalie K Oct 18 Haunting, sexy and intense. Very engaging. Great actors, well directed and awesome cinematography. Loved it. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis Woven with references to Greek mythology, The Drowned follows three thieves who have just stolen a priceless painting and arrive at a secluded safe house by the sea, only to discover their fourth accomplice is missing. They must question whether one of them was responsible for her disappearance, or if the blame lies with a more sinister presence lurking in the deep water below.
Director
Samuel Clemens
Producer
Julien Loeffler, James Kermack, Samuel Clemens, George Clemens
Screenwriter
Samuel Clemens
Distributor
Sunrise Films / Vertigo Releasing
Production Co
Take the Shot Films, Featuristic Films
Genre
Horror, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 7, 2025
Runtime
1h 24m