Message in a Bottle
A woman finds a romantic letter in a bottle washed ashore and tracks down the author, a widowed shipbuilder whose wife died tragically early. As a deep and mutual attraction blossoms, the man struggles to make peace with his past so that he can move on and find happiness.
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Frequently asked questions about Message in a Bottle
Where can I watch Message in a Bottle in the United States?
Message in a Bottle is available to stream on Howdy Amazon Channel, Hoopla, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, Plex, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Message in a Bottle for free?
Message in a Bottle streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free, and Plex. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Message in a Bottle?
Message in a Bottle scores 6.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Message in a Bottle?
Message in a Bottle stars Kevin Costner, Robin Wright, Paul Newman, John Savage, and Illeana Douglas. Luis Mandoki is the director.
How long is Message in a Bottle?
Message in a Bottle runs 2h 11m (131 minutes).
When did Message in a Bottle come out?
Message in a Bottle was released on February 22, 1999.
Which studio made Message in a Bottle?
Message in a Bottle was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures, Bel Air Entertainment, and Tig Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for Message in a Bottle?
Message in a Bottle was made on a budget of $80,000,000.
How much did Message in a Bottle make at the box office?
Message in a Bottle grossed $118,880,016 worldwide, against a budget of $80,000,000.
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