Return from the Sea (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1954, Return from the Sea is a drama and romance film directed by Lesley Selander, running about 79 minutes. “The fleet's in...and ready for action!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A hardened career navel officer must come to terms with adapting to civilian life with the help of a waitress that can see through his tough veneer.
Who’s in it. Return from the Sea stars Jan Sterling as Frieda, Neville Brand as CPO Chuck 'Soup Bowl' MacLish, John Doucette as Jimmy (Cab Driver) and Paul Langton as Lt. Manley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Return from the Sea has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Return from the Sea page.
If you liked it. Fans of Return from the Sea tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Return from the Sea (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Return from the Sea change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Return from the Sea worth watching?
- Return from the Sea holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Return from the Sea?
- Return from the Sea stars Jan Sterling, Neville Brand, John Doucette, Paul Langton and Alvy Moore.
- When was Return from the Sea released?
- Return from the Sea was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 79 minutes.