Mutiny
Director: Edward Dmytryk
Actors: Mark Stevens, Angela Lansbury, Patric Knowles
PlotDuring the War of 1812, Captain James Marshall sets sail with a vital mission for the United States government: to procure $10 million in gold from France to support the war effort. Marshall's ship, the Concord, is sent on the perilous journey accompanied by Ben Waldridge, his first mate and an old friend who harbors ambitions of his own. The tension between the crew members escalates as greed and conflicting loyalties come into play. Alongside Marshall is Leslie, his fiancée, who has stowed away on the ship, adding personal stakes to the already dangerous voyage.
As the Concord navigates treacherous waters and faces hostile encounters, Marshall's leadership and authority come under strain. The situation worsens when Waldridge conspires with discontented crew members, leading to acts of mutiny that threaten to derail the mission entirely. With internal strife mounting and external dangers closing in, Marshall must rely on his wits, resolve, and sense of duty to steer the ship back on course and fulfill his mission. The unfolding conflict tests each character's motives, revealing true allegiances amid the turbulence of war.
Writers: Philip Yordan, Sidney Harmon, Hollister Noble
Release Date: 19 Mar 1952
Runtime: 77 min
Rating: Approved
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Mutiny offers a peculiar high seas war film with dated audio and visual quality, notable primarily for Angela Lansbury's performance.
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