The Amazing Captain Nemo (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1978, The Amazing Captain Nemo is a fantasy, adventure, science fiction and tv movie film directed by Alex March, running about 98 minutes. “His goal was Atlantis - but first he must conquer the menace of the depths!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Captain Nemo (José Ferrer) is found in suspended animation under the sea and revived by modern-day Navy men in order to battle a fiendish mad scientist (Burgess Meredith).
Who’s in it. The Amazing Captain Nemo stars José Ferrer as Captain Nemo, Burgess Meredith as Prof. Waldo Cunningham, Mel Ferrer as Dr. Robert Cook and Horst Buchholz as King Tibor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Amazing Captain Nemo has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Amazing Captain Nemo page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Amazing Captain Nemo tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Amazing Captain Nemo (1978)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Amazing Captain Nemo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Amazing Captain Nemo worth watching?
- The Amazing Captain Nemo holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure, science fiction and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Amazing Captain Nemo?
- The Amazing Captain Nemo stars José Ferrer, Burgess Meredith, Mel Ferrer, Horst Buchholz and Tom Hallick.
- When was The Amazing Captain Nemo released?
- The Amazing Captain Nemo was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.