The Enemy Below
"The most amazing saga in the fighting annals of the US Navy!"
Originally released in 1957. The Enemy Below is a war film. directed by Dick Powell.
Starring Robert Mitchum, Curd Jürgens, and David Hedison
Synopsis
The crew of the American destroyer escort, the USS Haynes, detects a German U-Boat—resulting in a prolonged, deadly battle of wits.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 25, 1957
68 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (201 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Robert Mitchum
as Capt. Murrell
Curd Jürgens
as Kapitän von Stolberg
David Hedison
as Lt. Ware
Theodore Bikel
as Heinie Schwaffer
Russell Collins
as Doctor
Kurt Kreuger
as Von Holem (uncredited)
Frank Albertson
as Lt. J.G. Crain
Biff Elliot
as Quartermaster
Michael McHale
as German Soldier
Alan Dexter
as Lt. Mackeson
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Enemy Below about?
The crew of the American destroyer escort, the USS Haynes, detects a German U-Boat—resulting in a prolonged, deadly battle of wits.
Who directed The Enemy Below?
The Enemy Below was directed by Dick Powell.
How long is The Enemy Below?
The Enemy Below has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was The Enemy Below released?
The Enemy Below was released on December 25, 1957 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Enemy Below?
The main cast of The Enemy Below includes Robert Mitchum, Curd Jürgens, David Hedison, Theodore Bikel, Russell Collins.
Is The Enemy Below worth watching?
The Enemy Below has a user rating of 7.0/10 based on 201 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.