Plot — 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?
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1959 |
| Genre | Science Fiction, Drama, Romance |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 134 min |
| Audience Score | 67% (6.7/10, 254 votes) |
On the Beach — FAQ
Is On the Beach worth watching? On the Beach holds a 6.7/10 rating from 254 viewers. 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 chil
Who directed On the Beach? Directed by Stanley Kramer.
Who is in the cast of On the Beach? It stars Gregory Peck, Ava Gardner, Fred Astaire, Anthony Perkins, Donna Anderson, Guy Doleman and more.
Where can I stream On the Beach? You can stream On the Beach on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability may vary by region.
When did On the Beach release? It released in 1959.
