The Enemy Below

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

Jan 17 1958 Approved 1h 38m
Action, Adventure, Drama

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

Plot

During World War II, the USS Haynes, an American destroyer escort discovers a German U-boat in the South Atlantic. A deadly duel between the two ships ensues, and Captain Murrell must draw upon all his experience to defeat the equally experienced German commander.

Written by

Wendell Mayes, D.A. Rayner

Directed by

Dick Powell

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

20th Century Fox

Languages

English

Awards

Won 1 Oscar. 3 wins & 3 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
12,759
Average Rating
7.4 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA