The Cruel Sea (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1972, The Cruel Sea is a drama film directed by Khalid Al Siddiq, running about 106 minutes.
What it’s about. The first feature film to be made by the state of Kuwait. It is a period piece about Kuwait before the discovery of oil when fishing was the predominant occupation. Bas Ya Bahar is the story of a crippled pearl diver who forbids his son Mussaid to go to sea to dive for pearls.
Who’s in it. The Cruel Sea stars Amal Bakr as Nura, Ali AlMufeedi, Saad Al-Faraj as Father and Hayat Al-Fahad as Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Cruel Sea 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 Cruel Sea page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cruel Sea tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cruel Sea (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cruel Sea change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Cruel Sea worth watching?
- The Cruel Sea holds an audience score of 6.2 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 Cruel Sea?
- The Cruel Sea stars Amal Bakr, Ali AlMufeedi, Saad Al-Faraj, Hayat Al-Fahad and Ahmed El Saleh.
- When was The Cruel Sea released?
- The Cruel Sea was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.