
The Meg
dir. Jon Turteltaub
51
8 sourcesSynopsis
A deep sea submersible pilot revisits his past fears in the Mariana Trench, and accidentally unleashes the seventy foot ancestor of the Great White Shark believed to be extinct.
Critics consensus
The Meg sets audiences up for a good old-fashioned B-movie creature feature, but lacks the genre thrills -- or the cheesy bite -- to make it worth diving in.
What resonated with audiences
'The Meg' is an effects-driven shark movie with mixed reception. Positive reviews commend the impressive CGI, thrilling action, and Jason Statham's performance. Fans enjoy the fun, campy elements and self-awareness. However, criticisms target the weak storyline, bland characters, and uneven acting. Some find the dialogue corny and the plot predictable. Despite these flaws, many view it as an enjoyable popcorn flick. The film's humor, tension, and immersive 4DX experience enhance its appeal for certain viewers.

Directed byJon Turteltaub
StarringJason Statham, Li Bingbing, Rainn Wilson, Cliff Curtis, Ruby Rose, Jessica McNamee
Written byErich Hoeber, Jon Hoeber, Dean Georgaris
CinematographyTom Stern
EditingSteven Kemper
MusicHarry Gregson-Williams
The Meg
2018 · PG-13 · 1h 53m
Action, Science Fiction, Horror
A deep sea submersible pilot revisits his past fears in the Mariana Trench, and accidentally unleashes the seventy foot ancestor of the Great White Shark believed to be extinct.
Our Verdict
51
What resonated with audiences
'The Meg' is an effects-driven shark movie with mixed reception. Positive reviews commend the impressive CGI, thrilling action, and Jason Statham's performance. Fans enjoy the fun, campy elements and self-awareness. However, criticisms target the weak storyline, bland characters, and uneven acting. Some find the dialogue corny and the plot predictable. Despite these flaws, many view it as an enjoyable popcorn flick. The film's humor, tension, and immersive 4DX experience enhance its appeal for certain viewers.
Critics Consensus
The Meg sets audiences up for a good old-fashioned B-movie creature feature, but lacks the genre thrills -- or the cheesy bite -- to make it worth diving in.
