The Sailor’s Song (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1958, The Sailor’s Song is a drama and history film directed by Kurt Maetzig, running about 125 minutes.
What it’s about. A film about the historical uprising of the seamen in Kiel: During the Russian October Revolution of 1917, German and Russian soldiers start to solidarize with each other. By disarming the officers, machinist Henne Lonke and stoker Jens Kasten prevent the attack on a Russian freighter. When German admiralty gives out orders for operation "Nibelungen", which would lead the German fleet into a suicidal attack against England and quell the revolutionary spirit, seamen and soldiers from different political backgrounds unite in protest.
Who’s in it. The Sailor’s Song stars Günther Simon as Erich Steigert, Raimund Schelcher as August Lenz, Ulrich Thein as Henne Lobke and Horst Kube as Jens Kasten, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Sailor’s Song 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 The Sailor’s Song page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sailor’s Song tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Sailor’s Song (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sailor’s Song change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Sailor’s Song worth watching?
- The Sailor’s Song holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sailor’s Song?
- The Sailor’s Song stars Günther Simon, Raimund Schelcher, Ulrich Thein, Horst Kube and Hilmar Thate.
- When was The Sailor’s Song released?
- The Sailor’s Song was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.