The Battle of the River Plate
Pursuit of the Graf Spee
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Battle of the River Plate
- Genres: Drama, History, War
- Release Date: 1956-10-30
- Runtime: 119 minutes
- Rating: 6.2/10 (59 votes)
- Budget: $280,000
- Revenue: $750,000
- Production Companies: The Archers
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.8417
- Languages: English, German, Spanish
Cast & Crew
John Gregson
as Captain Bell - H.M.S. Exeter
Anthony Quayle
as Commodore Harwood - H.M.S. Ajax
Ian Hunter
as Captain Woodhouse - H.M.S. Ajax
Jack Gwillim
as Captain Parry - H.M.N. Z. S. Achilles
Bernard Lee
as Captain Dove - M.S. Africa Shell
Lionel Murton
as Mike Fowler
Anthony Bushell
as Sir Millington Drake, British Minister, Montevideo
Peter Illing
as Dr. Guani, Foreign Minister, Uruguay
Michael Goodliffe
as Captain McCall, R.N., British Naval Attache, Buenos Aires
Patrick Macnee
as Lieutenant Commander Medley, R.N.
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Trailers & Clips
The Battle of the River Plate (1956) - Sending ships to the bottom
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Battle of the River Plate?▼
The Battle of the River Plate is a Drama, History, War movie directed by . It was released on 1956-10-30.
Who are the main actors in The Battle of the River Plate?▼
The main cast includes John Gregson, Anthony Quayle, Ian Hunter, Jack Gwillim, Bernard Lee, .
Where can I watch The Battle of the River Plate online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Battle of the River Plate is available.
Is The Battle of the River Plate based on a true story?▼
Pursuit of the Graf Spee
What is the IMDb rating of The Battle of the River Plate?▼
The Battle of the River Plate has an IMDb rating of 6.2/10 based on 59 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Battle of the River Plate?▼
The movie had a production budget of $280,000 and earned $750,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Battle of the River Plate?▼
The soundtrack was composed by The Archers. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Battle of the River Plate filmed?▼
The Battle of the River Plate was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Battle of the River Plate?▼
The total runtime of The Battle of the River Plate is 119 minutes.
Is The Battle of the River Plate suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Battle of the River Plate?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Battle of the River Plate.
Does The Battle of the River Plate have a post-credit scene?▼
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