On the Beach (1959)
Overview
In 1964, atomic war wipes out humanity in the northern hemisphere; one American submarine finds temporary safe haven in Australia, where life-as-usual covers growing despair. In denial about the loss of his wife and children in the holocaust, American Captain Towers meets careworn but gorgeous Moira Davidson, who begins to fall for him. The sub returns after reconnaissance a month (or less) before the end; will Towers and Moira find comfort with each other?
Where to watch On the Beach
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video, Sky | Apple TV, Amazon Video, Sky |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Australia | Amazon Prime Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Ireland | Amazon Prime Video | Apple TV, Sky, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Sky, Amazon Video |
| New Zealand | Amazon Prime Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| India | — | Amazon Video | — |
| South Africa | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| United Arab Emirates | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| Germany | Amazon Prime Video | Apple TV | Apple TV |
| France | Amazon Prime Video, Molotov TV, Cine+ OCS, SFR Play | Apple TV | Apple TV |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists On the Beach in 69 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is On the Beach about?
In 1964, atomic war wipes out humanity in the northern hemisphere; one American submarine finds temporary safe haven in Australia, where life-as-usual covers growing despair. In denial about the loss of his wife and children in the holocaust, American Captain Towers meets careworn but gorgeous Moira Davidson, who begins to fall for him. The sub returns after reconnaissance a month (or less) before the end; will Towers and Moira find comfort with each other? On the Beach is a Science Fiction, Drama, Romance movie, released on 1959-12-17, runtime 134 minutes.
Is On the Beach worth watching?
TMDB users rate On the Beach 6.7 out of 10 from 260 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch On the Beach?
In the United Kingdom, On the Beach streams on Amazon Prime Video and can be rented from Apple TV and Amazon Video. The table on this page lists 9 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
Stanley Kramer
Cast
- Gregory Peck as Dwight Towers
- Ava Gardner as Moira Davidson
- Fred Astaire as Julian Osborn
- Anthony Perkins as Lt. Peter Holmes
- Donna Anderson as Mary Holmes
- Guy Doleman as Lt. Cmdr. Farrel
- John Meillon as Ralph Swain
- Harp McGuire as Lt. Sunderstrom
- Lola Brooks as Lt. Hosgood
- Ken Wayne as Lt. Benson
- Joe McCormick as Ackerman
- Lou Vernon as Bill Davidson
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Sources
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