Collider ranks 25 ocean-set thriller and horror films, highlighting fears of isolation, deep water and unseen danger.

– ‘Jaws 2’ (1978) is praised as an enjoyable, campy shark sequel, strengthened by Roy Scheider’s return as Chief Brody.
– ‘The Caine Mutiny’ (1954) centres on a naval commander’s instability, with Humphrey Bogart’s threatening performance driving its tension.
– ‘Under Siege’ (1992) is presented as an effective “Die Hard at sea” thriller, using a confined ship and Tommy Lee Jones’s villainy.