About this movie
During a whaling expedition in the late 1800's, the aging Captain Bering Joy (Lionel Barrymore) and his new first mate, Dan Lunceford (Richard Widmark) engage in a battle of wills concerning the education of the captain's struggling grandson.
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Quick facts
Year
1949
Runtime
2h
TMDB Rating
⭐ 7.2/10
Votes
19
Genre
Drama, Adventure, Action
Director
Language
EN
Cast
ship
whale
iceberg
north atlantic
whaling
whaling ship
quakerism
cabin boy
19th century
new bedford massachusetts
grandfather grandson relationship
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Questions about Down to the Sea in Ships
How long is Down to the Sea in Ships?
Down to the Sea in Ships has a runtime of 2h (2 hours).
Who directed Down to the Sea in Ships?
Down to the Sea in Ships was directed by Henry Hathaway and released in 1949.
What genre is Down to the Sea in Ships?
Down to the Sea in Ships is a Drama, Adventure, Action film (1949).
Who stars in Down to the Sea in Ships?
The cast of Down to the Sea in Ships includes Richard Widmark, Lionel Barrymore, Dean Stockwell, Cecil Kellaway, Gene Lockhart.
What is the TMDB rating for Down to the Sea in Ships?
Down to the Sea in Ships has a TMDB rating of 7.2/10 based on 19 votes.
