Movie · 2006
Is Open Water 2: Adrift based on a book?
Quick answer
Yes. Open Water 2: Adrift is based on the book Dark Water by Kōji Suzuki (1996).
The movie was released in 2006.
The book behind Open Water 2: Adrift
Dark Water
by Kōji Suzuki · first published 1996 · horror fiction
1996 short story collection by Koji Suzuki.
Other adaptations of Dark Water
- Dark Water (film, 2005)
- Dark Water (film, 2002)
Common questions
Is Open Water 2: Adrift based on a book?
Yes. Open Water 2: Adrift is based on the book Dark Water by Kōji Suzuki (1996).
Who wrote the book Open Water 2: Adrift is based on?
Dark Water was written by Kōji Suzuki and first published in 1996.
Should I read the book before watching?
If you like knowing the full story and characters first, read Dark Water before you watch. Adaptations often change or cut plotlines, so the book is a different experience even if you've seen the movie.
More screen adaptations of Kōji Suzuki's books
- The Ring (film, 2002)
- The Ring Two (film, 2005)
- Ring (film, 1998)
- Rings (film, 2017)
- Ring 2 (film, 1999)
- Ring 0: Birthday (film, 2000)