The Raging Tide (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1951, The Raging Tide is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by George Sherman, running about 93 minutes. “Not even the fury of the lashing sea ... could match the raging passions that bound them !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A San Francisco hood is rubbed out by rival Bruno Felkin, who himself reports the crime to Homicide Lt. Kelsey in an alibi scheme which fails. To escape, he stows away on a fishing boat. At sea, skipper Hamil Linder receives Bruno kindly, teaching him fishing; Bruno enlists Hamil's wayward son Carl to tend his slot machines. Then Carl takes an interest in Bruno's girl Connie. Climax in a storm at sea.
Who’s in it. The Raging Tide stars Shelley Winters as Connie Thatcher, Richard Conte as Bruno Felkin, Stephen McNally as Lt. Kelsey and Charles Bickford as Hamil Linder, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Raging Tide has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Raging Tide page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Raging Tide tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Raging Tide (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Raging Tide change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Raging Tide worth watching?
- The Raging Tide holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Raging Tide?
- The Raging Tide stars Shelley Winters, Richard Conte, Stephen McNally, Charles Bickford and Alex Nicol.
- When was The Raging Tide released?
- The Raging Tide was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.