The Battle of the River Plate

In the early years of the World War II, the Royal Navy is fighting a desperate battle to keep the Atlantic convoy routes open to supply the British Isles, facing the great danger posed by the many German warships, such as the Admiral Graf Spee, which are scouring the ocean for cargo ships to sink.

Tagline

“Pursuit of the Graf Spee”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama, History, War

Director

Emeric Pressburger

Original Language

EN

What is The Battle of the River Plate about?

In the early years of the World War II, the Royal Navy is fighting a desperate battle to keep the Atlantic convoy routes open to supply the British Isles, facing the great danger posed by the many German warships, such as the Admiral Graf Spee, which are scouring the ocean for cargo ships to sink.

Who directed The Battle of the River Plate?

The Battle of the River Plate was directed by Emeric Pressburger.

When was The Battle of the River Plate released?

The Battle of the River Plate was released on October 30, 1956.

How long is The Battle of the River Plate?

The Battle of the River Plate has a runtime of 1h 59m.

Where can I track The Battle of the River Plate?

You can track The Battle of the River Plate on Matinee — the free movie and TV show tracker app for iOS. Log it, rate it, and share your thoughts with friends.