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White Squall

PG-1319962h 9mRidley Scott
IMDb 6.6 · Rotten Tomatoes 57% · Metacritic 53
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"The strongest will in nature is the will to survive."

In 1960, a hardy group of prep school students boards an old-fashioned sailing ship. With Capt. Christopher Sheldon at the helm, the oceangoing voyage is intended to teach the boys fortitude and discipline. But the youthful crew are about to get some unexpected instruction in survival when they get caught in the clutches of a white squall storm.

DramaAdventure
Sailing TripSailingDiaryComing Of AgeSurvivalTeenage BoyDisciplineSquallSailCaribbean Sea

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What is White Squall (1996) about?

In 1960, a hardy group of prep school students boards an old-fashioned sailing ship. With Capt. Christopher Sheldon at the helm, the oceangoing voyage is intended to teach the boys fortitude and discipline. But the youthful crew are about to get some unexpected instruction in survival when they get caught in the clutches of a white squall storm.

Who stars in White Squall?

White Squall stars Jeff Bridges (Christopher 'Skipper' Sheldon), Caroline Goodall (Alice Sheldon), John Savage (McCrea), Scott Wolf (Chuck Gieg), Jeremy Sisto (Frank Beaumont). The film was directed by Ridley Scott.

How long is White Squall?

White Squall has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1996. It is rated PG-13.

Is White Squall worth watching?

White Squall holds an IMDb rating of 6.6/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 57. Fans of Drama, Adventure are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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