Where can I watch Submarine Command (1951)?

In US, Submarine Command is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is Submarine Command worth watching?

Submarine Command holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

Who stars in Submarine Command?

Submarine Command stars William Holden, Nancy Olson, William Bendix, Don Taylor and Arthur Franz.

When was Submarine Command released?

Submarine Command was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.

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Submarine Command (1951): cast, story & where to watch

1951 · Film · ★ 5.6

Released in 1951, Submarine Command is a drama and war film directed by John Farrow, running about 87 minutes. “Daring naval rescue-raid off Korea !” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Submarine commander Ken White is forced to suddenly submerge, leaving his captain and another crew member to die outside the sub during WW II. Subsequent years of meaningless navy ground assignments and the animosity of a former sailor, leave White (now a captain) feeling guilty and empty. His life spirals downward and his wife is about to leave him. Suddenly, he is forced into a dangerous rescue situation at the start of the Koren War.... reassigned to the same submarine where all of his problems began.

Who’s in it. Submarine Command stars William Holden as Lt. Cmdr. Ken White, Nancy Olson as Carol, William Bendix as CPO Boyer and Don Taylor as Lt. Cmdr. Peter Morris, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Submarine Command has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Submarine Command page.

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

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch Submarine Command (1951)?: In US, Submarine Command is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Submarine Command worth watching?: Submarine Command holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Submarine Command?: Submarine Command stars William Holden, Nancy Olson, William Bendix, Don Taylor and Arthur Franz.
When was Submarine Command released?: Submarine Command was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.