Billy Budd
"The men! The mutiny! The might of the greatest adventure classic of the high seas!"
Originally released in 1962. Billy Budd is a drama/action film. directed by Peter Ustinov.
Starring Terence Stamp, Robert Ryan, and Peter Ustinov
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 12, 1962
63 years ago
Runtime
1h 59m
119 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (72 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Terence Stamp
as Billy Budd
Robert Ryan
as John Claggart, Master of Arms
Peter Ustinov
as Edwin Fairfax Vere, Post Captain
Melvyn Douglas
as The Dansker, Sailmaker
Paul Rogers
as Philip Seymour, 1st Lieutenant
John Neville
as Julian Ratcliffe, 2nd Lieutenant
David McCallum
as Steven Wyatt, Gunnery Officer
Ronald Lewis
as Enoch Jenkins, Maintopman
Lee Montague
as Squeak, Mr. Claggart's assistant
Thomas Heathcote
as Alan Payne, Maintopman
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Anglo Allied
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Billy Budd 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 directed Billy Budd?
Billy Budd was directed by Peter Ustinov.
How long is Billy Budd?
Billy Budd has a runtime of 1 hours and 59 minutes (119 minutes total).
When was Billy Budd released?
Billy Budd was released on November 12, 1962 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Billy Budd?
The main cast of Billy Budd includes Terence Stamp, Robert Ryan, Peter Ustinov, Melvyn Douglas, Paul Rogers.