The Cruel Sea is streaming on BFI Player Amazon Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 22 July 2026.
Good to know
- Director
- Charles Frend
- Release date
- 1953-02-24
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Language
- English
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Studio
- Ealing Studios
The Cruel Sea — trailer
About The Cruel Sea
The Cruel Sea is a 1953 movie in the Drama, History and War genres, directed by Charles Frend, starring Jack Hawkins, Donald Sinden and Denholm Elliott. It has a runtime of 2 hours 6 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 82 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Cruel Sea in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Synopsis
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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Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Cruel Sea in United States?+
In United States, you can stream The Cruel Sea on BFI Player Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.
Is The Cruel Sea on Netflix?+
The Cruel Sea is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on BFI Player Amazon Channel.
How long is The Cruel Sea?+
The Cruel Sea has a runtime of 2 hours 6 minutes (126 minutes).
Who stars in The Cruel Sea?+
The Cruel Sea stars Jack Hawkins, Donald Sinden, Denholm Elliott, John Stratton and Stanley Baker.
When did The Cruel Sea come out?+
The Cruel Sea is a 1953 movie directed by Charles Frend.
What genre is The Cruel Sea?+
The Cruel Sea is Drama, History and War film.
Who directed The Cruel Sea?+
The Cruel Sea was directed by Charles Frend.
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