Moby Dick 1956
“The man – The whale – The vengeance – The mightiest adventure ever seen!”
What is Moby Dick?
Moby Dick is a film first released in 1956. Catalogued under Adventure, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1956
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 115 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 27, 1956
- Studios
- Moulin Productions Inc.
- Genres
- Adventure, Drama
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Overview
Moby Dick is a film first released in 1956. Catalogued under Adventure, Drama. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A determined captain hunts a legendary white whale, dragging his crew into a perilous quest.”
- Epic 19th‑century whaling adventure
- Compelling conflict between man and nature
- Strong period atmosphere
- Violent revenge theme may be intense for some viewers
- Pacing may feel slow to modern audiences
Watch it if you enjoy classic adventure dramas with high stakes and moral conflict.
Its intense revenge theme and occasional violence make it appropriate for viewers 14 and older.
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When was Moby Dick released?
It was released in the United States on June 27, 1956.
How long is the film?
The runtime is about 1 hour and 55 minutes.
What genres does the film belong to?
It is classified as an adventure and drama film.
What is the film’s rating?
The movie carries a 14A rating, indicating suitability for viewers fourteen and older.
What is the basic premise of the story?
Young Ishmael joins the whaler Pequod, where Captain Ahab obsessively seeks revenge on the great white whale Moby Dick.