On the Beach
"The Biggest Story of Our Time!"
Originally released in 1959. On the Beach is a science fiction/drama film. directed by Stanley Kramer. With a runtime of 2h 14m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Gregory Peck, Ava Gardner, and Fred Astaire
Synopsis
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?
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 17, 1959
66 years ago
Runtime
2h 14m
134 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (224 votes)
Budget
$2.9M
Production budget
Box Office
$2.2M
0.8x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $2,900,000
- Revenue
- $2,200,000
Production Companies
- Stanley Kramer Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
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 lo...
Who directed On the Beach?
On the Beach was directed by Stanley Kramer.
How long is On the Beach?
On the Beach has a runtime of 2 hours and 14 minutes (134 minutes total).
When was On the Beach released?
On the Beach was released on December 17, 1959 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in On the Beach?
The main cast of On the Beach includes Gregory Peck, Ava Gardner, Fred Astaire, Anthony Perkins, Donna Anderson.
Is On the Beach worth watching?
On the Beach has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 224 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.