On the Beach
Director: Stanley Kramer
"The Biggest Story of Our Time!"
In 1964, atomic war wipes out humanity in the northern hemisphere; one American submarine finds temporary safe haven in Australia, where life-as-usual covers growing despair. In denial about the loss of his wife and children in the holocaust, American Captain Towers meets careworn but gorgeous Moira Davidson, who begins to fall for him. The sub returns after reconnaissance a month (or less) before the end; will Towers and Moira find comfort with each other?
Where to Watch
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Cast
Gregory Peck
Dwight Towers
Ava Gardner
Moira Davidson
Fred Astaire
Julian Osborn
Anthony Perkins
Lt. Peter Holmes
Donna Anderson
Mary Holmes
Guy Doleman
Lt. Cmdr. Farrel
John Meillon
Ralph Swain
Harp McGuire
Lt. Sunderstrom
Lola Brooks
Lt. Hosgood
Ken Wayne
Lt. Benson
Joe McCormick
Ackerman
Lou Vernon
Bill Davidson
In brief
On the Beach (1959) is a science fiction, drama, romance film. With an average rating of 6.7/10 from 240 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 2h 14min. You can stream it on: TCM.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch On the Beach online?
On the Beach is available on the following streaming services: TCM. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.
How long is On the Beach?
On the Beach runs 134 minutes (2h 14min).
What rating does On the Beach have?
On the Beach has an average rating of 6.7/10 based on 240 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is On the Beach from?
On the Beach was released in 1959.
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