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Down to the Sea in Ships

Down to the Sea in Ships

Thar She Blows!

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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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Down to the Sea in Ships
  • Genres: Drama, Adventure, Action
  • Release Date: 1949-02-15
  • Runtime: 120 minutes
  • Rating: 6.9/10 (16 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $1,650,000
  • Production Companies: 20th Century Fox
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.4167
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Richard Widmark

Richard Widmark

as Dan Lunceford

Lionel Barrymore

Lionel Barrymore

as Bering Joy

Dean Stockwell

Dean Stockwell

as Jed Joy

Cecil Kellaway

Cecil Kellaway

as Slush Tubbs

Gene Lockhart

Gene Lockhart

as Andrew L. Bush

Berry Kroeger

Berry Kroeger

as Manchester

John McIntire

John McIntire

as Thatch

Harry Morgan

Harry Morgan

as Britton

Harry Davenport

Harry Davenport

as Benjamin Harris

Paul Harvey

Paul Harvey

as John Briggs

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Keywords

shipwhaleicebergnorth atlanticwhalingwhaling shipquakerismcabin boy19th centurynew bedford massachusettsgrandfather grandson relationship

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Down to the Sea in Ships?

Down to the Sea in Ships is a Drama, Adventure, Action movie directed by . It was released on 1949-02-15.

Who are the main actors in Down to the Sea in Ships?

The main cast includes Richard Widmark, Lionel Barrymore, Dean Stockwell, Cecil Kellaway, Gene Lockhart, .

Where can I watch Down to the Sea in Ships online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Down to the Sea in Ships is available.

Is Down to the Sea in Ships based on a true story?

Thar She Blows!

What is the IMDb rating of Down to the Sea in Ships?

Down to the Sea in Ships has an IMDb rating of 6.9/10 based on 16 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Down to the Sea in Ships?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $1,650,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Down to the Sea in Ships?

The soundtrack was composed by 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Down to the Sea in Ships filmed?

Down to the Sea in Ships was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Down to the Sea in Ships?

The total runtime of Down to the Sea in Ships is 120 minutes.

Is Down to the Sea in Ships suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Down to the Sea in Ships?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Down to the Sea in Ships.

Does Down to the Sea in Ships have a post-credit scene?

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