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The Battle of the River Plate (1957)

Movie"Pursuit of the Graf Spee"
Audience Score
61
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NR 1 hr 59 minNov 1st, 1957History, Drama, War
In the early years of the World War II, the Royal Navy is fighting a desperate battle to keep the Atlantic convoy routes open to supply the British Isles, facing the great danger posed by the many German warships, such as the Admiral Graf Spee, which are scouring the ocean for cargo ships to sink.
StarringJohn GregsonAnthony QuayleIan Hunter
DirectorsMichael PowellEmeric Pressburger
WritersEmeric PressburgerMichael Powell

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:November 1st, 1957
Original Language:English
Executive Producers:Earl St. John
Production Companies:The Archers
Movie Tags:
world war iiatlantic oceannaval warfareroyal navymontevideo, uruguaygerman navy