Submarine D-1 (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 1937, Submarine D-1 is an action and drama film directed by Lloyd Bacon, running about 94 minutes. “A Battle of Wits and Hearts becomes a Battle of Life beneath the sea!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Butch Rogers and Sock McGillis are old submarine hands stationed in Panama. On land, Butch and Sock battle over pretty Ann Sawyer. At sea and underwater, however, our two heroes are inseparable.
Who’s in it. Submarine D-1 stars Pat O’Brien as Butch Rogers, George Brent as Lt. Commander Dan Matthews, Wayne Morris as "Sock" McGillis and Frank McHugh as "Lucky" Jones, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Submarine D-1 has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Submarine D-1 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Submarine D-1 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 Submarine D-1 (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Submarine D-1 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Submarine D-1 worth watching?
- Submarine D-1 holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Submarine D-1?
- Submarine D-1 stars Pat O’Brien, George Brent, Wayne Morris, Frank McHugh and Doris Weston.
- When was Submarine D-1 released?
- Submarine D-1 was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.