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The Shallows

Loved the vibe? Here are ten films that hit similar notes—with match scores, reasons to watch, and where to stream in the US.

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Why people love it

The Shallows works as a horror movie with a point of view—fans quote moments, but they also argue about what the film is actually saying about power, desire, or survival. The horror and drama blend is the engine: it lets the film shift registers without feeling like two different movies stitched together.

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Runtime 1h 26m · ★ 6.4

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  1. 96match

    1.Bird Box (2018)

    ★ 6.8 · Horror · Thriller · Drama · 2h 4m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Shallows clicked for you, Bird Box (2018) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and drama, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Netflix
    • Netflix Standard with Ads
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  2. 94match

    2.Jaws (1975)

    ★ 7.7 · Horror · Thriller · Adventure · 2h 4m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Shallows clicked for you, Jaws (1975) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
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    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
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    3.Eden Lake (2008)

    ★ 6.8 · Horror · Thriller · 1h 31m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Shallows clicked for you, Eden Lake (2008) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Philo
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
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    4.No Way Up (2024)

    ★ 6.3 · Thriller · Horror · Action · 1h 30m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Shallows clicked for you, No Way Up (2024) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Hulu
    • AMC Plus Apple TV Channel
    • AMC+ Amazon Channel
    • AMC+
    • Philo
    • Shudder
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    + Save for later
  5. 88match

    5.Dead Calm (1989)

    ★ 6.6 · Thriller · Horror · 1h 36m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Shallows clicked for you, Dead Calm (1989) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    • Apple TV Store(Buy)
    • Google Play Movies(Buy)
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    6.Rogue (2007)

    ★ 6.3 · Action · Horror · Thriller · 1h 39m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Shallows clicked for you, Rogue (2007) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Prime Video
    • Philo
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    + Save for later
  7. 84match

    7.Dangerous Animals (2025)

    ★ 6.4 · Horror · Thriller · 1h 38m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Shallows clicked for you, Dangerous Animals (2025) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • AMC Plus Apple TV Channel
    • AMC+ Amazon Channel
    • AMC+
    • Philo
    • Shudder
    • Shudder Amazon Channel
    • Shudder Apple TV Channel
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    + Save for later
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    8.Cut Off (2018)

    ★ 6.6 · Thriller · Crime · Horror · 2h 12m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Shallows clicked for you, Cut Off (2018) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror and thriller, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Prime Video
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Amazon Video(Buy)
    + Save for later
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    9.The Meg (2018)

    ★ 6.2 · Action · Science Fiction · Horror · 1h 53m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Shallows clicked for you, The Meg (2018) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

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    • Amazon Video(Rent)
    • Apple TV Store(Rent)
    • Google Play Movies(Rent)
    • YouTube(Rent)
    • Fandango At Home(Rent)
    • Spectrum On Demand(Rent)
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    • Amazon Video(Buy)
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    10.Triangle (2009)

    ★ 6.9 · Horror · 1h 38m

    Why you'll love it

    If The Shallows clicked for you, Triangle (2009) is a strong next stop: both trade in horror, with unease that lingers after the credits. Expect a different story, but a similar willingness to go big when the moment demands it.

    Watch on

    • Amazon Prime Video
    • fuboTV
    • Peacock Premium
    • Criterion Channel
    • Philo
    • Amazon Prime Video with Ads
    • Peacock Premium Plus
    • Bloodstream
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FAQ

What should I watch after The Shallows?
Try Bird Box, Jaws, Eden Lake—each shares DNA with The Shallows while changing the setting enough to feel fresh.
What genre is The Shallows?
The Shallows (2016) is best described as Horror, Drama, Thriller. Stores and algorithms use different labels, but that mix is what fans actually recognize on a rewatch.
Is The Shallows worth revisiting?
Viewer scores sit around 6.4/10 on TMDB—high enough that replays are common for people who like this horror lane.

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