The Old Man and the Sea
"SPENCER TRACY in his most suspenseful role...ERNEST HEMINGWAY'S story of Heroism...Defeat...Victory!"
Originally released in 1958. The Old Man and the Sea is a adventure/drama film. directed by John Sturges. At just 86 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Spencer Tracy, Felipe Pazos, and Harry Bellaver
Synopsis
Santiago is an aging, down-on-his-luck, Cuban fisherman who, after catching nothing for nearly 3 months, hooks a huge Marlin and struggles to land it far out in the Gulf Stream.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 7, 1958
67 years ago
Runtime
1h 26m
86 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (159 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Spencer Tracy
as The Old Man
Felipe Pazos
as Manolin, the Boy
Harry Bellaver
as Martin, the Cafe Bartender
Don Diamond
as Cafe Proprietor (uncredited)
Mary Hemingway
as Tourist (uncredited)
Joey Ray
as Gambler (uncredited)
Mauritz Hugo
as Gambler (uncredited)
Tony Rosa
as Gambler (uncredited)
Don Blackman
as Arm Wrestler
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Leland Hayward Productions
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Old Man and the Sea about?
Santiago is an aging, down-on-his-luck, Cuban fisherman who, after catching nothing for nearly 3 months, hooks a huge Marlin and struggles to land it far out in the Gulf Stream.
Who directed The Old Man and the Sea?
The Old Man and the Sea was directed by John Sturges.
How long is The Old Man and the Sea?
The Old Man and the Sea has a runtime of 1 hours and 26 minutes (86 minutes total).
When was The Old Man and the Sea released?
The Old Man and the Sea was released on October 7, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Old Man and the Sea?
The main cast of The Old Man and the Sea includes Spencer Tracy, Felipe Pazos, Harry Bellaver, Don Diamond, Mary Hemingway.
Is The Old Man and the Sea worth watching?
The Old Man and the Sea has a user rating of 6.5/10 based on 159 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.