In choppy waters: the Jason Statham blockbuster lands on Netflix and HBO Max

In Deep Waters (Meg 2: The Trench) is heading to streaming, continuing its run after its 2023 cinema release. The blockbuster directed by Ben Wheatley will be available simultaneously on Netflix and HBO Max on August 2, 2026. A fresh chance to (re)discover the sequel to the hit In Deep Waters, led by Jason Statham.

In this sequel, Jonas Taylor returns to lead a scientific mission into the uncharted depths of the Mariana Trench. The expedition rapidly spirals into a nightmare when illegal mining sabotages the project and unleashes several megalodons alongside other prehistoric beasts. The survivors must confront these giant predators in a desperate race against time—from the abyss up to the surface.

Around Jason Statham, the cast includes Wu Jing, Sophia Cai, Page Kennedy, Sergio Peris-Mencheta, Skyler Samuels and Cliff Curtis. Adapted, like the first film, from Steve Alten's novels, En eaux très troubles once again leans on a mix of spectacular action, science fiction and monster cinema, with sequences that are even more ambitious.

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Released in French cinemas on August 2, 2023, the feature film confirmed audiences' appetite for the Meg franchise, inspired by the Meg novels. Not aiming to replicate the mood of the first installment, this sequel leans into a more extravagant, action-packed vibe, packing in battles with giant sharks and deep-sea beasts.

Starting August 2, 2026, Netflix and HBO Max subscribers will be able to stream this action film for the first time or to rewatch it, while it will also remain available to buy or rent on several video-on-demand platforms.

To dive deeper, also check out our picks for Netflix’s August releases, HBO Max’s August 2026 lineup of films, series and sports to watch this month, our guide to new streaming titles across all platforms, and today’s streaming recommendation: what to watch now.

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