Submerged (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 2001, Submerged is a drama film directed by James Keach, running about 89 minutes. “59 men trapped below. A desperate SOS. The depths of human courage.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A moment by moment account of the sinking and rescue of the crew of the submarine USS Squalus which was the first rescue of living crew on a submarine.
Who’s in it. Submerged stars Sam Neill as Lt. Cmdr. Charles B. 'Swede' Momsen, Shea Whigham as Capt. Oliver Naquin, Emily Procter as Frances Naquin and Hugh O'Conor as Jim McDonald, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Submerged has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Submerged page.
If you liked it. Fans of Submerged tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Submerged (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Submerged change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Submerged worth watching?
- Submerged holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Submerged?
- Submerged stars Sam Neill, Shea Whigham, Emily Procter, Hugh O'Conor and Matthew Wait.
- When was Submerged released?
- Submerged was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.
