The Deep Blue Sea (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 1955, The Deep Blue Sea is a drama and romance film directed by Anatole Litvak, running about 98 minutes. “Trapped Between Infidelity and - The Deep Blue Sea” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A woman is unhappy in her marriage to a boring, stiff judge, so she takes up with a wild-living RAF pilot, who ends up being more than she can handle. (TCM.com)
Who’s in it. The Deep Blue Sea stars Vivien Leigh as Hester Collyer, Kenneth More as Freddie Page, Eric Portman as Miller and Emlyn Williams as Sir William Collyer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Deep Blue Sea 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 Blue Sea page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Deep Blue Sea tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Deep Blue Sea (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Deep Blue Sea change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Deep Blue Sea worth watching?
- The Deep Blue Sea holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Deep Blue Sea?
- The Deep Blue Sea stars Vivien Leigh, Kenneth More, Eric Portman, Emlyn Williams and Moira Lister.
- When was The Deep Blue Sea released?
- The Deep Blue Sea was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.