Crosswinds (1951): cast, story & where to watch

1951 · Film · ★ 5.8

Crosswinds poster

Released in 1951, Crosswinds is an action and adventure film directed by Lewis R. Foster, running about 95 minutes. “RED-HOT SAGA OF THE SOUTH SEAS!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A sailor gets his boat stolen from him after he's set up for a crime.

Who’s in it. Crosswinds stars John Payne as Steve Singleton, Rhonda Fleming as Katherine Shelley, Forrest Tucker as 'Jumbo' Johnson and Robert Lowery as Nick Brandon, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Crosswinds has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Crosswinds page.

If you liked it. Fans of Crosswinds 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 Crosswinds (1951)?
In US, Crosswinds is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Crosswinds worth watching?
Crosswinds holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Crosswinds?
Crosswinds stars John Payne, Rhonda Fleming, Forrest Tucker, Robert Lowery and Alan Mowbray.
When was Crosswinds released?
Crosswinds was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.