Atlantic Convoy (1942): cast, story & where to watch

1942 · Film · ★ 5.5

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Released in 1942, Atlantic Convoy is a drama, war and romance film directed by Lew Landers, running about 66 minutes. “BLASTING THE U-BOATS FROM THE SEAS!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. American naval forces are using a port in Iceland as a base for anti-submarine patrols to protect North Atlantic convoys from Nazi subs. The Nazis send undercover agents into the port in a scheme to blow up the entrance to the harbor and keep the patrols blocked in. The officers in charge of the patrols have to find the spies and stop them before they achieve their objective.

Who’s in it. Atlantic Convoy stars Bruce Bennett as Capt. Morgan, Virginia Field as Lida Adams, John Beal as Carl Hansen and John Beal as Carl Hansen, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Atlantic Convoy has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Atlantic Convoy page.

If you liked it. Fans of Atlantic Convoy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Atlantic Convoy (1942)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Atlantic Convoy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Atlantic Convoy worth watching?
Atlantic Convoy holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Atlantic Convoy?
Atlantic Convoy stars Bruce Bennett, Virginia Field, John Beal, John Beal and Clifford Severn.
When was Atlantic Convoy released?
Atlantic Convoy was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.