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Billy Budd

19621h 59mPeter Ustinov
IMDb 7.8 · Rotten Tomatoes 92%
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"The men! The mutiny! The might of the greatest adventure classic of the high seas!"

Billy is an innocent, naive seaman in the British Navy in 1797. When the ship's sadistic master-at-arms is murdered, Billy is accused and tried.

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MutinyCourt CaseWar ShipHomicide

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What is Billy Budd (1962) about?

Billy is an innocent, naive seaman in the British Navy in 1797. When the ship's sadistic master-at-arms is murdered, Billy is accused and tried.

Who stars in Billy Budd?

Billy Budd stars Terence Stamp (Billy Budd), Robert Ryan (John Claggart, Master of Arms), Peter Ustinov (Edwin Fairfax Vere, Post Captain), Melvyn Douglas (The Dansker, Sailmaker), Paul Rogers (Philip Seymour, 1st Lieutenant). The film was directed by Peter Ustinov.

How long is Billy Budd?

Billy Budd has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1962.

Is Billy Budd worth watching?

Billy Budd holds an IMDb rating of 7.8/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 92. Fans of Drama, Action are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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