Destroyer
"You'll Always Remember . . . And Never Forget . . . Destroyer"
Originally released in 1943. Destroyer is a adventure/drama film. directed by William A. Seiter.
Starring Edward G. Robinson, Glenn Ford, and Edgar Buchanan
Synopsis
Flagwaving story of a new American destroyer, the JOHN PAUL JONES, from the day her keel is laid, to what was very nearly her last voyage. Among the crew, is Steve Boleslavski, a shipyard welder that helped build her, who reenlists, with his old rank of Chief bosuns mate. After failing her sea trials, she is assigned to the mail run, until caught up in a disparate battle with a Japanese sub. After getting torpedoed, and on the verge of sinking, the Captain, and crew hatch a plan to try and save the ship, and destroy the sub.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 19, 1943
82 years ago
Runtime
1h 39m
99 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (15 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Edward G. Robinson
as Steven 'Boley' Boleslavski
Glenn Ford
as Mickey Donohue
Edgar Buchanan
as Kansas Jackson
Marguerite Chapman
as Mary Boleslavski
Regis Toomey
as Lt. Cmdr. Clark
Warren Ashe
as Lt. Bert Marton
Leo Gorcey
as Seaman Sarecky
Edward Brophy
as Engineer Casey
Eddy Waller
as Marty, a riveter
Roger Clark
as Chief Engineer
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Destroyer about?
Flagwaving story of a new American destroyer, the JOHN PAUL JONES, from the day her keel is laid, to what was very nearly her last voyage. Among the crew, is Steve Boleslavski, a shipyard welder th...
Who directed Destroyer?
Destroyer was directed by William A. Seiter.
How long is Destroyer?
Destroyer has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).
When was Destroyer released?
Destroyer was released on August 19, 1943 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Destroyer?
The main cast of Destroyer includes Edward G. Robinson, Glenn Ford, Edgar Buchanan, Marguerite Chapman, Regis Toomey.