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The Ship That Died of Shame

1955 · 95 min · Director: Basil Dearden

The Ship That Died of Shame (1955) is a crime film, directed by Basil Dearden. It stars George Baker and Richard Attenborough. It unfolds against the backdrop of World War II. The 95-minute film holds an audience score of 7.3/10.

What The Ship That Died of Shame Is About

After the Second World War ends, the crew of a motor gunboat comes back together. They decide to buy their old vessel and set up in business for themselves. The plan sounds honest enough. But the business they choose is smuggling. What starts as small cargo grows heavier, and the crew find themselves somewhere else entirely. The friendship they had in the war cannot carry the work. The film uses the ship almost as a character. It comes out of the British noir vein of the fifties. George Baker and Richard Attenborough take the leads, with Virginia McKenna also in the cast. Basil Dearden’s ninety five minute British film was completed in 1955.

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What is The Ship That Died of Shame about?

After the Second World War ends, the crew of a motor gunboat comes back together. They decide to buy their old vessel and set up in business for themselves.

Where can I watch The Ship That Died of Shame?

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How long is The Ship That Died of Shame?

The Ship That Died of Shame runs for 95 minutes (1h 35m).

When did The Ship That Died of Shame come out?

The Ship That Died of Shame was released in 1955.

Who directed The Ship That Died of Shame?

The Ship That Died of Shame was directed by Basil Dearden.

Who stars in The Ship That Died of Shame?

The Ship That Died of Shame stars George Baker, Richard Attenborough, Bill Owen, Virginia McKenna.

What is The Ship That Died of Shame's rating?

The Ship That Died of Shame holds 6.7/10 on IMDb and 7.3/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.

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