Above Us the Waves (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1955, Above Us the Waves is a war film directed by Ralph Thomas, running about 99 minutes. “Their Orders...Sink the Tirpitz!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In World War II, the greatest threat to the British navy is the German battleship Tirpitz. While anchored in a Norwegian fjord, it is impossible to attack by conventional means, so a plan is hatched for a special commando unit to attack it, using midget submarines to plant underwater explosives.
Who’s in it. Above Us the Waves stars John Mills as Commandant Fraser, John Gregson as Lieutenant Alec Duffy, Donald Sinden as Lieutenant Tom Corbett and James Robertson Justice as Admiral Ryder, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Above Us the Waves has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can stream it on ITVX Premium. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Above Us the Waves page.
If you liked it. Fans of Above Us the Waves tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Above Us the Waves (1955)?
- In GB, Above Us the Waves is available to stream on ITVX Premium. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Above Us the Waves worth watching?
- Above Us the Waves holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Above Us the Waves?
- Above Us the Waves stars John Mills, John Gregson, Donald Sinden, James Robertson Justice and Michael Medwin.