Thunder Afloat (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1939, Thunder Afloat is an action, drama, war and romance film directed by George B. Seitz, running about 95 minutes. “Screaming adventure with fighters of America's "Suicide Fleet!"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A tugboat captain serves under his rival as a U-boat chaser in World War I.
Who’s in it. Thunder Afloat stars Wallace Beery as John Thorson, Chester Morris as 'Rocky' Blake, Virginia Grey as Susan Thorson and Douglass Dumbrille as District Commander, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Thunder Afloat 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 Thunder Afloat page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thunder Afloat tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thunder Afloat (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thunder Afloat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Thunder Afloat worth watching?
- Thunder Afloat holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama, war and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Thunder Afloat?
- Thunder Afloat stars Wallace Beery, Chester Morris, Virginia Grey, Douglass Dumbrille and Carl Esmond.
- When was Thunder Afloat released?
- Thunder Afloat was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.