---
title: "The Cavern"
year: 1964
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-cavern-1964"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 124250
imdb_id: "tt0059022"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 94
community_rating: 6.4
vote_count: 5
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Cavern (1964) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-cavern-1964

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Cavern is a 1964 war-drama film directed by Edgar G. Ulmer that was released in the United States on December 24, 1965. The international production is classified under the adventure, war, and drama genres, and is also known by the Italian title Sette contro la morte, the German title Neunzig Nächte und ein Tag, and Helden - Himmel und Hölle. The film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-four minutes. Set during World War II in Italy, the story follows a mixed group of people who find themselves trapped inside a cave after a bomb raid. The narrative centers on whether this group can cooperate and ultimately survive their confinement.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Edgar G. Ulmer, Paolo Bianchini
- **Networks / Studios**: Cinedoris S.P.A., Ernst Neubach-Film, 20th Century Fox

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Rosanna Schiaffino** as *Anna*
- **John Saxon** as *Joe Cramer*
- **Brian Aherne** as *General Braithwaite*
- **Peter Marshall** as *Peter Carter*
- **Larry Hagman** as *Captain Wilson*
- **Hans von Borsody** as *Hans*
- **Nino Castelnuovo** as *Mario Sconamiglio*
- **Joachim Hansen** as *German Sergeant*
- **Renato Terra**
- **Alfredo Varelli**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Cavern online?
The Cavern is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Cavern worth watching?
The Cavern holds a community rating of 6.4/10 based on 5 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Adventure, War for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Cavern and when was it released?
The Cavern is a feature film with a runtime of 94 minutes. It was released in 1964. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Cavern?
The Cavern was directed by Edgar G. Ulmer, Paolo Bianchini.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Cavern — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/124250)
- [The Cavern (1964) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0059022/fullcredits/)
- [The Cavern (1964 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Cavern_(1964_film))
- [Edgar Wright on Shooting 'Sparks' and Making '60s Pop Scary in 'Soho'](https://variety.com/)
- [The Cavern (1964) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/124250-sette-contro-la-morte/cast)

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