The Shape of Water
An other-worldly story, set against the backdrop of Cold War era America circa 1962, where a mute janitor working at a lab falls in love with an amphibious man being held captive there and devises a plan to help him escape.
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Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max and Cinemax Amazon Channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
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Frequently asked questions about The Shape of Water
Where can I watch The Shape of Water in the United States?
The Shape of Water is available to stream on HBO Max and Cinemax Amazon Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Shape of Water on HBO Max?
Yes. The Shape of Water is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside Cinemax Amazon Channel.
Can I watch The Shape of Water for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Shape of Water needs a subscription to HBO Max and Cinemax Amazon Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
What are the ratings for The Shape of Water?
The Shape of Water scores 7.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Shape of Water?
The Shape of Water stars Sally Hawkins, Michael Shannon, Richard Jenkins, Octavia Spencer, and Michael Stuhlbarg. Guillermo del Toro is the director.
How long is The Shape of Water?
The Shape of Water runs 2h 3m (123 minutes).
When did The Shape of Water come out?
The Shape of Water was released on December 1, 2017.
Which studio made The Shape of Water?
The Shape of Water was produced by Double Dare You, Fox Searchlight Pictures, and Bull Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for The Shape of Water?
The Shape of Water was made on a budget of $19,500,000.
How much did The Shape of Water make at the box office?
The Shape of Water grossed $195,300,000 worldwide, against a budget of $19,500,000.
What languages is The Shape of Water in?
The Shape of Water is in English and Russian, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.