The Cruel Sea(1953)
Overview
At the start of World War II, Cmdr. Ericson is assigned to convoy escort HMS Compass Rose with inexperienced officers and men just out of training. The winter seas make life miserable enough, but the men must also harden themselves to rescuing survivors of U-Boat attacks, while seldom able to strike back. Traumatic events afloat and ashore create a warm bond between the skipper and his first officer.
Director
Charles Frend
Studio
Ealing Studios
Cast
Jack Hawkins
as Ericson
Donald Sinden
as Lockhart
Denholm Elliott
as Morell
John Stratton
as Ferraby
Stanley Baker
as Bennett
Liam Redmond
as Watts
Meredith Edwards
as Yeoman Wells
Bruce Seton
as Tallow
John Warner
as Baker
Barry Letts
as Raikes
Gerard Heinz
as Polish Captain
Fred Griffiths
as Gracey
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1953
Runtime
2h 6m
Language
English
Rating
6.9 / 10
Production Companies
Ealing Studios • Michael Balcon Productions
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Where can I watch The Cruel Sea?▼
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What is The Cruel Sea about?▼
At the start of World War II, Cmdr. Ericson is assigned to convoy escort HMS Compass Rose with inexperienced officers and men just out of training. The winter seas make life miserable enough, but the men must also harden themselves to rescuing survivors of U-Boat attacks, while seldom able to strike back. Traumatic events afloat and ashore create a warm bond between the skipper and his first officer.
Who directed The Cruel Sea?▼
The Cruel Sea was directed by Charles Frend and released in 1953. It is a drama, history, war film.
How long is The Cruel Sea?▼
The Cruel Sea has a runtime of 2 hours and 6 minutes (126 minutes total).
Who stars in The Cruel Sea?▼
The cast of The Cruel Sea includes Jack Hawkins as Ericson, Donald Sinden as Lockhart, Denholm Elliott as Morell, John Stratton as Ferraby, Stanley Baker as Bennett and more.
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