The Deep Six (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1958, The Deep Six is a drama and war film directed by Rudolph Maté, running about 105 minutes. “We'll get there and we'll get 'em out!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The conflict between duty and conscience is explored in the WWII drama The Deep Six. Alan Ladd stars as Naval gunnery officer Alec Austin, a Quaker whose sincere pacifist sentiments do not sit well with his crew members. When he refuses to fire upon an unidentified plane, the word spreads that Austin cannot be relied upon in battle (never mind that the plane turns out to be one of ours). To prove that he's worthy of command, Austin volunteers for a dangerous mission: the rescue of a group of US pilots on a Japanese-held island. The ubiquitous William Bendix costars as Frenchy Shapiro (!), Austin's Jewish petty officer and severest critic. If the film has a villain, it is Keenan Wynn as ambitious Lt. Commander Edge, who seems to despise anyone who isn't a mainline WASP.
Who’s in it. The Deep Six stars Alan Ladd as Alexander 'Alec' Austen, Dianne Foster as Susan Cahill, William Bendix as 'Frenchy' Shapiro and Keenan Wynn as Lt. Cmdr. Mike Edge, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Deep Six has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Deep Six page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Deep Six tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Deep Six (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Deep Six change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Deep Six worth watching?
- The Deep Six holds an audience score of 5.2 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 The Deep Six?
- The Deep Six stars Alan Ladd, Dianne Foster, William Bendix, Keenan Wynn and James Whitmore.
- When was The Deep Six released?
- The Deep Six was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.