The Cruel Sea

Release Date: 1953-02-24

Runtime: 126

Languages: English

Rating: 6.9

Votes: 68

Genres: Drama | History | War

Director: Charles Frend

Description: 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 ...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 officerRead More

Production Companies:

Ealing Studios

Michael Balcon Productions