The Sea Chase (1955) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
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The Sea Chase (1955) Storyline
As the Second World War breaks out, German freighter captain Karl Ehrlich is about to leave Sydney, Australia with his vessel, the Ergenstrasse. Ehrlich, an anti-Nazi but proud German, hopes to outrun or out-maneuver the British warship pursuing him. Aboard his vessel is Elsa Keller, a woman Ehrlich has been ordered to return to Germany safely along with whatever secrets she carries. When Ehrlich's fiercely Nazi chief officer Kirchner commits an atrocity, the British pursuit becomes deadly.
Full Cast & Crew
- John Wayne as Captain Karl Ehrlich
- Lana Turner as Elsa Keller
- David Farrar as Commander Jeff Napier
- James Arness as Schlieter
- Tab Hunter as Cadet Wesser
- Lyle Bettger as Chief Officer Kirchner
- Paul Fix as Max Heinz
- Claude Akins as Winkler
- John Qualen as Chief Engineer Schmitt
- Alan Hale Jr. as Wentz
- Richard Davalos as Cadet Walter Stemme (as Dick Davalos)
- Lowell Gilmore as Capt. Evans
- Luis van Rooten as Matz
- Wilton Graff as Consul General Hepke
- Peter Whitney as Bachman
Why Watch The Sea Chase?
The Vibe: The Sea Chase is a captivating and well-crafted war and action and drama movie from 1955. Directed by John Farrow, and starring John Wayne, Lana Turner, David Farrar As the Second World War breaks out, German freighter captain Karl Ehrlich is about to leave Sydney, Australia with his vessel, the Ergenstrasse.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.1/10, The Sea Chase retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy movies that blends war with action elements, The Sea Chase deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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