The Enemy Below

The most amazing saga in the fighting annals of the US Navy!

19571h 37m7.2(222 votes)

War

Synopsis

The crew of the American destroyer escort, the USS Haynes, detects a German U-Boat—resulting in a prolonged, deadly battle of wits.

The Enemy Below (1957) is a war film directed by Dick Powell. It stars Robert Mitchum, Curd Jürgens, and David Hedison. The film runs for 1 hour 37 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.2 out of 10 from 222 votes.

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Director

Dick Powell

Cast

Robert Mitchum

Capt. Murrell

Curd Jürgens

Kapitän von Stolberg

David Hedison

Lt. Ware

Theodore Bikel

Heinie Schwaffer

Russell Collins

Doctor

Kurt Kreuger

Von Holem (uncredited)

Frank Albertson

Lt. J.G. Crain

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Enemy Below

Where can I watch The Enemy Below?

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Who stars in The Enemy Below?

The Enemy Below stars Robert Mitchum, Curd Jürgens, David Hedison, and Theodore Bikel, and was directed by Dick Powell.

How long is The Enemy Below?

The Enemy Below has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes.

When did The Enemy Below come out?

The Enemy Below was released in 1957.

What genre is The Enemy Below?

The Enemy Below is a war film.

Is The Enemy Below worth watching?

The Enemy Below holds an average audience score of 7.2 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.