Landfall (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1949, Landfall is a drama and war film directed by Ken Annakin, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. A British coastal command pilot is charged with neglect when it is thought that he has sunk a British submarine rather than a German U-boat. Unable to live with his actions, he volunteers for a deadly mission. His girlfriend meanwhile tries to prove that he is innocent.
Who’s in it. Landfall stars Michael Denison as Rick, Patricia Plunkett as Mona, Kathleen Harrison as Mona's Mother and Maurice Denham as Wing Commander Hewitt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Landfall 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 Landfall page.
If you liked it. Fans of Landfall tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Landfall (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Landfall change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Landfall worth watching?
- Landfall holds an audience score of 6.7 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 Landfall?
- Landfall stars Michael Denison, Patricia Plunkett, Kathleen Harrison, Maurice Denham and Sebastian Shaw.
- When was Landfall released?
- Landfall was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.