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Das Boot

R19812h 30mWolfgang Petersen
IMDb 8.4 · Rotten Tomatoes 98% · Metacritic 85

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"On land they dreamed of being heroes. Beneath the sea they pray to be survivors."

A German submarine hunts allied ships during the Second World War, but it soon becomes the hunted. The crew tries to survive below the surface, while stretching both the boat and themselves to their limits.

DramaHistoryWar
Based On Novel Or BookSubmarineWar CorrespondentAtlantic OceanGibraltarWorld War IiDutySuicide MissionDrinkingSailor

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Frequently asked questions

What is Das Boot (1981) about?

A German submarine hunts allied ships during the Second World War, but it soon becomes the hunted. The crew tries to survive below the surface, while stretching both the boat and themselves to their limits.

Who stars in Das Boot?

Das Boot stars Jürgen Prochnow (Lieutenant 'Der Alte'), Herbert Grönemeyer (Leutnant Werner), Klaus Wennemann (Chef Ingenieur), Hubertus Bengsch (First Watch Officer), Martin Semmelrogge (Second Watch Officer). The film was directed by Wolfgang Petersen.

How long is Das Boot?

Das Boot has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1981. It is rated R.

Is Das Boot worth watching?

Das Boot holds an IMDb rating of 8.4/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 98. Fans of Drama, History, War are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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