Ebb Tide (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1937, Ebb Tide is an adventure film directed by James P. Hogan, running about 94 minutes. “ROBERT LOUIS STEVENSON'S greatest South Seas story comes to the screen in Color!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1890, two British expatriates, Robert Herrick and Huish, and German Captain Jakob Thorbecke, are commissioned to sail a Yankee schooner called The Golden State , whose captain and crew have died of smallpox. From Tehua in the South Seas to Australia, they are to deliver a cargo of champagne. Thorbecke decides to head for Peru, however, so he can sell the merchandise and pocket the money. While sailing, Faith Wishart, daughter of the deceased captain, comes out of her hiding place on board and, by briefly holding Thorbecke at gunpoint, demands he make the delivery.
Who’s in it. Ebb Tide stars Oskar Homolka as Capt. Jakob Therbecke, Frances Farmer as Faith Wishart, Ray Milland as Robert Herrick and Lloyd Nolan as Attwater, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Ebb Tide 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 Ebb Tide page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ebb Tide tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ebb Tide (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ebb Tide change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ebb Tide worth watching?
- Ebb Tide holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ebb Tide?
- Ebb Tide stars Oskar Homolka, Frances Farmer, Ray Milland, Lloyd Nolan and Barry Fitzgerald.
- When was Ebb Tide released?
- Ebb Tide was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.