The Shipwrecker (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1984, The Shipwrecker is a drama film directed by Wolf-Eckart Bühler, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Three actors portray scenes from the life of Sterling Hayden, with a particular focus on his appearance before the House Un-American Activities Committee. Inspired by Hayden’s memoir “Wanderer.”
Who’s in it. The Shipwrecker stars Burkhard Driest as Sterling Hayden, Rüdiger Vogler as Sterling Hayden, Hannes Wader as Sterling Hayden and Hans-Michael Rehberg as Psychiatrist, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Shipwrecker 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 Shipwrecker page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Shipwrecker tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Shipwrecker (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Shipwrecker change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Shipwrecker worth watching?
- The Shipwrecker holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Shipwrecker?
- The Shipwrecker stars Burkhard Driest, Rüdiger Vogler, Hannes Wader, Hans-Michael Rehberg and Edgar Selge.
- When was The Shipwrecker released?
- The Shipwrecker was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.