Down to the Sea in Ships (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1949, Down to the Sea in Ships is an action, drama and adventure film directed by Henry Hathaway, running about 120 minutes. “Thar She Blows!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. During a whaling expedition in the late 1800's, the aging Captain Bering Joy (Lionel Barrymore) and his new first mate, Dan Lunceford (Richard Widmark) engage in a battle of wills concerning the education of the captain's struggling grandson.
Who’s in it. Down to the Sea in Ships stars Richard Widmark as Dan Lunceford, Lionel Barrymore as Bering Joy, Dean Stockwell as Jed Joy and Cecil Kellaway as Slush Tubbs, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Down to the Sea in Ships 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 Down to the Sea in Ships page.
If you liked it. Fans of Down to the Sea in Ships 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 Down to the Sea in Ships (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Down to the Sea in Ships change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Down to the Sea in Ships worth watching?
- Down to the Sea in Ships holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Down to the Sea in Ships?
- Down to the Sea in Ships stars Richard Widmark, Lionel Barrymore, Dean Stockwell, Cecil Kellaway and Gene Lockhart.
- When was Down to the Sea in Ships released?
- Down to the Sea in Ships was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.