What is Above Us the Waves?
Above Us the Waves is a film first released in 1955. Catalogued under War.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1955
- Release date
- Mar 29, 1955
- Genres
- War
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.1/10
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Above Us the Waves is a film first released in 1955. Catalogued under War.
Should you watch it?
“British commandos risk everything to strike the feared Tirpitz with tiny submarines.”
- Authentic wartime atmosphere using real equipment
- Tense submarine action
- Classic 1950s war filmmaking
- Period pacing may feel slow to modern viewers
- Limited special effects by today’s standards
Watch it if you enjoy gritty WWII naval stories and classic mid‑century war cinema.
The film presents realistic wartime tension and combat, suitable for mature audiences.
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When was "Above Us the Waves" released?
It was released in 1955, with a US release on October 26, 1956.
What is the runtime?
The film runs about one hour and thirty‑nine minutes.
Where was the film shot?
It was filmed at Pinewood Studios in England, with outdoor scenes shot in Guernsey.
Does the film use real war equipment?
Yes, some original World War II equipment was used in the production.
What is the central mission in the story?
The plot follows a British commando unit using midget submarines to attack the German battleship Tirpitz anchored in a Norwegian fjord.
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