Dangerous Waters (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1936, Dangerous Waters is a drama and adventure film directed by Lambert Hillyer, running about 66 minutes. “He answered to no one when it came to quelling a Mutiny at Sea, Saving his Passengers at the Risk of his Life, or Fighting to the Death for the Woman he Loved.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. While a ship captain is at sea dealing with a mutiny among his crew, his wife is at home having an affair with his best friend.
Who’s in it. Dangerous Waters stars Jack Holt as Jim Marlowe, Robert Armstrong as 'Dusty' Johnson, Grace Bradley as Joan Marlowe and Diana Gibson as Ruth Denning, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Dangerous Waters has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dangerous Waters page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dangerous Waters tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dangerous Waters (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dangerous Waters change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dangerous Waters worth watching?
- Dangerous Waters holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dangerous Waters?
- Dangerous Waters stars Jack Holt, Robert Armstrong, Grace Bradley, Diana Gibson and Charles Murray.
- When was Dangerous Waters released?
- Dangerous Waters was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.