Submarine Attack (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1955, Submarine Attack is a drama and war film directed by Duilio Coletti. “There's DRAMA - There's DANGER - There's DEATH” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Lois Maxwell, the Canadian actress who achieved worldwide fame as Miss Moneypenny in the "James Bond" films, heads the cast of Italian anti-war film "La grande speranza" (literal translation: "The Great Hope", but released as "Torpedo Zone" on cinema in the USA, and as "Submarine Attack" when later released on DVD). She plays a British nurse named Lily, one of several survivors of a submarine attack during WW2. Lily and the others are rescued by Renato Baldini, commander of the Italian submarine which sank their ship. At first, there's no love lost between the Italian crew and their Allied captives. Gradually, Baldini's essential humanity is revealed, as is his love for the now-friendly Lily. What starts as a traditional wartime melodrama concludes in the spirit of peace on earth, goodwill towards men. The director won two awards at the 1954 Berlin International Film Festival for the film.
Who’s in it. Submarine Attack stars Lois Maxwell as Lili Donald, Renato Baldini as comandante, Folco Lulli as nostromo and Aldo Bufi Landi as tenente, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Submarine Attack 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 Submarine Attack page.
If you liked it. Fans of Submarine Attack tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Submarine Attack (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Submarine Attack change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Submarine Attack worth watching?
- Submarine Attack holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Submarine Attack?
- Submarine Attack stars Lois Maxwell, Renato Baldini, Folco Lulli, Aldo Bufi Landi and Carlo Delle Piane.