Movie

The Impossible

“Nothing is more powerful than the human spirit.”

★ 7.4(6,685)20121h 53m

The Impossible is streaming on Molotov TV, HBO Max and HBO Max Amazon Channel in France, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD, Orange VOD, YouTube, Rakuten TV, LaCinetek, Sooner, Amazon Video, Pathé Home, VIVA by videofutur and Premiere Max. Availability checked 16 June 2026.

Good to know

Director: J. A. Bayona
Release date: 2012-09-09
Runtime: 1h 53m
Language: English
Box office: $198,100,000
Budget: $45,000,000
Status: Released
Country: Spain
Studio: Apaches Films

The Impossible — trailer

About The Impossible

The Impossible is a 2012 movie in the Drama, Thriller and History genres, directed by J. A. Bayona, starring Naomi Watts, Ewan McGregor and Tom Holland. It has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.4/10 from 6,685 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Impossible in France — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In December 2004, close-knit family Maria, Henry and their three sons begin their winter vacation in Thailand. But the day after Christmas, the idyllic holiday turns into an incomprehensible nightmare when a terrifying roar rises from the depths of the sea, followed by a wall of black water that devours everything in its path. Though Maria and her family face their darkest hour, unexpected displays of kindness and courage ameliorate their terror.

Cast

Naomi Watts

Maria Bennett

Ewan McGregor

Henry Bennett

Tom Holland

Lucas Bennett

Samuel Joslin

Thomas Bennett

Oaklee Pendergast

Simon Bennett

Marta Etura

Simone

Sönke Möhring

Karl Schweber

Geraldine Chaplin

Old Woman

Ploy Jindachote

Caregiver

Jomjaoi Sae-Limh

Red Cross Nurse

Johan Sundberg

Daniel

Jan Roland Sundberg

Daniel's Father

Themes & keywords

human vs naturenatural disasterthailandbased on true storytsunamihistorical fictionfamily vacationstruggle for survivalsurvival horrortidal wavecatastropheswept awayseparation from familyboxing daydisaster movie

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Impossible in France?+

In France, you can stream The Impossible on Molotov TV, HBO Max and HBO Max Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD, Orange VOD, YouTube, Rakuten TV, LaCinetek, Sooner, Amazon Video, Pathé Home, VIVA by videofutur and Premiere Max.

Is The Impossible on Netflix?+

The Impossible is not on Netflix in France right now, but you can stream it on Molotov TV, HBO Max and HBO Max Amazon Channel.

How long is The Impossible?+

The Impossible has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).

Who stars in The Impossible?+

The Impossible stars Naomi Watts, Ewan McGregor, Tom Holland, Samuel Joslin and Oaklee Pendergast.

When did The Impossible come out?+

The Impossible is a 2012 movie directed by J. A. Bayona.

What genre is The Impossible?+

The Impossible is Drama, Thriller and History film.

Who directed The Impossible?+

The Impossible was directed by J. A. Bayona.