Destination Tokyo 1943
“Explosive ! . . . And As Big As The Broad Pacific !”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 135 minutes
- Director
- Delmer Daves
- Network
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- Where to Stream
- HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, HBO Max
What is Destination Tokyo?
Destination Tokyo is a 1943 black and white American submarine war film directed by Delmer Daves in his directorial debut. The screenplay was written by Delmer Daves and Albert Maltz, based on an original story by former submariner Steve Fisher.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1943
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 135 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 31, 1943
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- Budget
- $1,516,000
- Revenue
- $4,544,000
- Genres
- War, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.9/10 from 74 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~135 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Warner Bros. Pictures
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Overview
Destination Tokyo is a 1943 black and white American submarine war film directed by Delmer Daves in his directorial debut. The screenplay was written by Delmer Daves and Albert Maltz, based on an original story by former submariner Steve Fisher. The film stars Cary Grant and John G. During World War II, Captain Cassidy and his crew of submariners are ordered into Tokyo Bay on a secret mission. They are tasked with gathering information in advance of the planned bombing of Tokyo. Along the way, the crew members learn about each other as they face the enemy, and some of them lose their lives. The production runs for two hours and fifteen minutes and was released in the United States on December 31, 1943. It falls under the war and drama genres.
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“A gripping exploration of war and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Destination Tokyo worth watching?
Destination Tokyo holds a community rating of 6.9/10 based on 74 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging War, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Destination Tokyo and when was it released?
Destination Tokyo is a feature film with a runtime of 135 minutes. It was released in 1943. Release status: Released.
Who directed Destination Tokyo?
Destination Tokyo was directed by Delmer Daves.
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