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The Gorge

The Gorge is a 2025 American science fiction romantic action horror film directed by Scott Derrickson and written by Zach Dean.

Updated September 11, 20261 min readCited sources

The Gorge is a 2025 American science fiction romantic action horror film directed by Scott Derrickson. It follows two elite snipers guarding a mysterious gorge, unaware of the threat below.

What it is

The film centers on two elite snipers stationed on opposite sides of a deep gorge. They are ordered to guard a secret location, gradually discovering what lives inside. The story blends thriller, romance, and creature horror elements.

Cast and crew

Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy play the lead operatives, with Sigourney Weaver in a supporting role. Scott Derrickson directed the film, and Zach Dean wrote the screenplay.

Release

The Gorge was released on February 14, 2025, as a streaming title on Apple TV+. Filming took place in London, at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, in Norway, and in Èze, France.

In short

  • Two elite snipers guard a mysterious gorge and discover a hidden threat.
  • Stars Miles Teller, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Sigourney Weaver.
  • Directed by Scott Derrickson; released February 14, 2025 on Apple TV+.
  • Genre blend of science fiction, romance, action, and horror.

Quick questions

What is The Gorge about?
It follows two elite snipers assigned to guard opposite sides of a mysterious gorge, where they gradually discover the deadly threat hidden below.
Who stars in The Gorge?
The film stars Miles Teller, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Sigourney Weaver.
Is The Gorge a horror movie?
Yes. It is classified as a science fiction romantic action horror film, though it also includes thriller, romance, and action elements.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Gorge_(film)
    Supports: Basic film identification, year, director, writer, cast, and premise.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_gorge
    Supports: Genre classification, director, synopsis, and cast.
  3. RogerEbert.com — https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/the-gorge-movie-review-2025
    Supports: Plot premise, cast, and general release/streaming context.
  4. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Gorge
    Supports: Filming locations.
  5. The Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/film/2025/feb/14/the-gorge-review
    Supports: Directed by Scott Derrickson and streaming availability.