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On the Beach

On the Beach

The Biggest Story of Our Time!

In 1964, atomic war wipes out humanity in the northern hemisphere; one American submarine finds temporary safe haven in Australia, where life-as-usual covers growing despair. In denial about the loss of his wife and children in the holocaust, American Captain Towers meets careworn but gorgeous Moira Davidson, who begins to fall for him. The sub returns after reconnaissance a month (or less) before the end; will Towers and Moira find comfort with each other?

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: On the Beach
  • Genres: Science Fiction, Drama, Romance
  • Release Date: 1959-12-17
  • Runtime: 134 minutes
  • Rating: 6.6/10 (223 votes)
  • Budget: $2,900,000
  • Revenue: $2,200,000
  • Production Companies: Stanley Kramer Productions, United Artists
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.3646
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Gregory Peck

Gregory Peck

as Dwight Towers

Ava Gardner

Ava Gardner

as Moira Davidson

Fred Astaire

Fred Astaire

as Julian Osborn

Anthony Perkins

Anthony Perkins

as Lt. Peter Holmes

Donna Anderson

Donna Anderson

as Mary Holmes

Guy Doleman

Guy Doleman

as Lt. Cmdr. Farrel

John Meillon

John Meillon

as Ralph Swain

Harp McGuire

Harp McGuire

as Lt. Sunderstrom

Lola Brooks

Lola Brooks

as Lt. Hosgood

Ken Wayne

Ken Wayne

as Lt. Benson

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Trailers & Clips

On the Beach (1959) ORIGINAL TRAILER

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is On the Beach?

On the Beach is a Science Fiction, Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1959-12-17.

Who are the main actors in On the Beach?

The main cast includes Gregory Peck, Ava Gardner, Fred Astaire, Anthony Perkins, Donna Anderson, .

Where can I watch On the Beach online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if On the Beach is available.

Is On the Beach based on a true story?

The Biggest Story of Our Time!

What is the IMDb rating of On the Beach?

On the Beach has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 223 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of On the Beach?

The movie had a production budget of $2,900,000 and earned $2,200,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for On the Beach?

The soundtrack was composed by Stanley Kramer Productions, United Artists. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was On the Beach filmed?

On the Beach was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is On the Beach?

The total runtime of On the Beach is 134 minutes.

Is On the Beach suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to On the Beach?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to On the Beach.

Does On the Beach have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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