Morituri (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1965, Morituri is an action, thriller, drama and war film directed by Bernhard Wicki, running about 123 minutes. “Must mean something unusual” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A German living in India during World War II is blackmailed by the English to impersonate an SS officer on board a cargo ship leaving Japan for Germany carrying a large supply of rubber for tyres. His mission is to disable the scuttling charges so the captain cannot sink the ship if they are stopped by English warships.
Who’s in it. Morituri stars Marlon Brando as Robert Crain, Yul Brynner as Captain Müller, Janet Margolin as Esther and Trevor Howard as Colonel Statter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Morituri 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 Morituri page.
If you liked it. Fans of Morituri 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 Morituri (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Morituri change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Morituri worth watching?
- Morituri holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Morituri?
- Morituri stars Marlon Brando, Yul Brynner, Janet Margolin, Trevor Howard and Martin Benrath.
- When was Morituri released?
- Morituri was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 123 minutes.