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On the Beach at a glance
On the Beach is a 1959 science fiction and drama film, running 2h 14m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: PG in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
Rated PG in the United Kingdom — generally suitable for family viewing, with the usual guidance for younger children.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1959-12-17
- Runtime
- 2h 14m
- Genres
- Science Fiction, Drama, Romance
- Director
- Stanley Kramer
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.7 / 10 · 260 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmIn 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?
Cast
14 names
Gregory PeckDwight Towers
Ava GardnerMoira Davidson
Fred AstaireJulian Osborn
Anthony PerkinsLt. Peter Holmes
Donna AndersonMary Holmes
Guy DolemanLt. Cmdr. Farrel
John MeillonRalph Swain
Harp McGuireLt. Sunderstrom
Lola BrooksLt. Hosgood
Ken WayneLt. BensonJoe McCormickAckerman
Lou VernonBill Davidson
Kevin BrennanDr. King
John TateAdm. Bridie
Questions about On the Beach
Quick answersWhere can I watch On the Beach in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, On the Beach is listed on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is On the Beach suitable for children?
On the Beach is rated PG in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is On the Beach on PelisPlus UK?
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What is On the Beach about?
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…
How long is On the Beach?
On the Beach runs for 2h 14m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the On the Beach trailer?
Yes. Press Watch trailer to play On the Beach (1959) ORIGINAL TRAILER without leaving this page. The trailer is embedded from YouTube.
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