7.0The Cruel Sea · 1953
The Cruel Sea (1953) is a Drama / History / War film directed by Charles Frend, starring Jack Hawkins, Donald Sinden, Denholm Elliott.
DramaHistoryWar
7.0Overview
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.
Cast
Jack Hawkins, Donald Sinden, Denholm Elliott, John Stratton, Stanley Baker, Liam Redmond, Meredith Edwards, Bruce Seton
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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.
When was "The Cruel Sea" released?
The Cruel Sea was released in 1953.
Who stars in "The Cruel Sea"?
The cast includes Jack Hawkins, Donald Sinden, Denholm Elliott, John Stratton.
