The Tunnel (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1935, The Tunnel is a science fiction film directed by Maurice Elvey, running about 94 minutes. “GB's Eight Star Special” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An engineer leads the building of a trans-Atlantic tunnel linking Britain and the United States.
Who’s in it. The Tunnel stars Richard Dix as Richard 'Mack' McAllan, Leslie Banks as Frederick 'Robbie' Robbins, Madge Evans as Ruth McAllan and Helen Vinson as Varlia Lloyd, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Tunnel 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 Tunnel page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Tunnel tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Tunnel (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tunnel change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Tunnel worth watching?
- The Tunnel holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Tunnel?
- The Tunnel stars Richard Dix, Leslie Banks, Madge Evans, Helen Vinson and C. Aubrey Smith.
- When was The Tunnel released?
- The Tunnel was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.