# The Shape of Water (2017)

English · Released 2017-12-01

The Shape of Water is a 2017 English film. It is produced by Guillermo Del Toro. Michael Shannon appears in it. It streams on Google Play Movies and YouTube.

Producer: Guillermo Del Toro
Cast: Michael Shannon as Richard Strickland
Where to watch: Google Play Movies, YouTube

## Storyline
An other-worldly story, set against the backdrop of Cold War era America circa 1962, where a mute janitor working at a lab falls in love with an amphibious man being held captive there and devises a plan to help him escape.

## Common questions

### When was The Shape of Water released?
The Shape of Water was released on 1 December 2017.

### Who stars in The Shape of Water?
Michael Shannon star in The Shape of Water.

### Where can I watch The Shape of Water?
The Shape of Water streams on Google Play Movies and YouTube. Clapnumber records where a title plays rather than hosting any of it.

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Retrieved: 2026-09-29