John Paul Jones (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1959, John Paul Jones is an action, war, romance and history film directed by John Farrow, running about 126 minutes. “The adventures that will live forever in America's naval history !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The career of Revolutionary War naval hero John Paul Jones, from his youth in Scotland through his service to Catherine the Great of Russia.
Who’s in it. John Paul Jones stars Robert Stack as John Paul Jones, Marisa Pavan as Aimee de Tellison, Charles Coburn as Benjamin Franklin and Erin O'Brien as Dorothea Danders, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, John Paul Jones 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 John Paul Jones page.
If you liked it. Fans of John Paul Jones tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch John Paul Jones (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for John Paul Jones change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is John Paul Jones worth watching?
- John Paul Jones holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, war, romance and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in John Paul Jones?
- John Paul Jones stars Robert Stack, Marisa Pavan, Charles Coburn, Erin O'Brien and Bette Davis.