The Sea Beast (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1926, The Sea Beast is a fantasy and adventure film directed by Millard Webb, running about 136 minutes. “AN EPIC OF THE GOLDEN AGE OF AMERICAN SEA-FARING ADVENTURE” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Based on Herman Melville's novel "Moby Dick."
Who’s in it. The Sea Beast stars John Barrymore as Captain Ahab Ceeley, Dolores Costello as Esther Harper, George O'Hara as Derek Ceeley and Mike Donlin as Flask, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Sea Beast has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $938K at the box office.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sea Beast page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Sea Beast 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 Sea Beast (1926)?
- In GB, The Sea Beast is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Sea Beast worth watching?
- The Sea Beast holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Sea Beast?
- The Sea Beast stars John Barrymore, Dolores Costello, George O'Hara, Mike Donlin and Sam Baker.
- When was The Sea Beast released?
- The Sea Beast was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 136 minutes.