The Tanks Are Coming (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 7.5
Released in 1951, The Tanks Are Coming is a war film directed by Lewis Seiler, running about 90 minutes. “The Happy, Scrappy Story of those Hit-'Em-First Heroes!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An American tank crew fights its way into Germany in World War II.
Who’s in it. The Tanks Are Coming stars Steve Cochran as Francis Aloysius 'Sully' Sullivan, Philip Carey as Lieutenant Rawson, Mari Aldon as Patricia Kane and Paul Picerni as Danny Kolowicz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.5/10, The Tanks Are Coming has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Tanks Are Coming page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Tanks Are Coming tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Tanks Are Coming (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tanks Are Coming change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Tanks Are Coming worth watching?
- The Tanks Are Coming holds an audience score of 7.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Tanks Are Coming?
- The Tanks Are Coming stars Steve Cochran, Philip Carey, Mari Aldon, Paul Picerni and Harry Bellaver.
- When was The Tanks Are Coming released?
- The Tanks Are Coming was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.