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The Cruel Sea (1953)

6.9audience score
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Released February 24, 1953Runtime 2h 6mDirector Charles Frend

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.

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Cast of The Cruel Sea

Jack Hawkins

Jack Hawkins

Ericson
Donald Sinden

Donald Sinden

Lockhart
Denholm Elliott

Denholm Elliott

Morell
John Stratton

John Stratton

Ferraby
Stanley Baker

Stanley Baker

Bennett
Liam Redmond

Liam Redmond

Watts
Meredith Edwards

Meredith Edwards

Yeoman Wells
Bruce Seton

Bruce Seton

Tallow
John Warner

John Warner

Baker
Barry Letts

Barry Letts

Raikes
Gerard Heinz

Gerard Heinz

Polish Captain
Fred Griffiths

Fred Griffiths

Gracey

About The Cruel Sea

Where can I watch The Cruel Sea?

The Cruel Sea is currently streaming in the United States on BFI Player Amazon Channel.

Who stars in The Cruel Sea?

The Cruel Sea stars Jack Hawkins, Donald Sinden, Denholm Elliott, John Stratton, Stanley Baker.

Who directed The Cruel Sea?

The Cruel Sea was directed by Charles Frend.

How long is The Cruel Sea?

The Cruel Sea has a runtime of 2h 6m.

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.