Sea Wife (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1957, Sea Wife is a thriller, drama, war and romance film directed by Bob McNaught, running about 81 minutes. “One of the Most Challenging Stories of Faith Ever Told!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1942, a cargo ship jammed with British evacuees from Singapore is sunk by a Japanese sub. A small lifeboat carries a beautiful woman, an army officer, a bigoted administrator, and a black seaman. Only the seaman knows the woman is a nun. The men reveal their true selves under the hardships of survival. Told in a too-long flashback frame.
Who’s in it. Sea Wife stars Richard Burton as Biscuit, Joan Collins as Sea Wife, Basil Sydney as Bulldog and Cy Grant as Number Four, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Sea Wife 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 Sea Wife page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sea Wife tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sea Wife (1957)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sea Wife change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sea Wife worth watching?
- Sea Wife holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, war and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sea Wife?
- Sea Wife stars Richard Burton, Joan Collins, Basil Sydney, Cy Grant and Ronald Squire.
- When was Sea Wife released?
- Sea Wife was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.