The Secret Land
"One of the world's most daring adventures into the unknown!"
Originally released in 1948. The Secret Land is a documentary film. directed by Orville O. Dull. At just 71 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Robert Montgomery, Robert Taylor, and Van Heflin
Synopsis
This documentary, filmed entirely by military photographers, recounts the U.S. Navy's 1946-47 expedition to Antarctica, known as Operation High Jump. The expedition was under the overall command of Admiral Richard E. Byrd, no stranger to the Antarctic. This was a large undertaking involving 13 ships and over 4000 thousand men. The fleet departed from Norfolk, Virginia traveling through the Panama canal and then southward to their final destination. The trip through the ice pack was fraught with danger and forced the submarine that was part of the fleet to withdraw. The trip was a success meeting all of its scientific goals.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 22, 1948
77 years ago
Runtime
1h 11m
71 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Secret Land about?
This documentary, filmed entirely by military photographers, recounts the U.S. Navy's 1946-47 expedition to Antarctica, known as Operation High Jump. The expedition was under the overall command of...
Who directed The Secret Land?
The Secret Land was directed by Orville O. Dull.
How long is The Secret Land?
The Secret Land has a runtime of 1 hours and 11 minutes (71 minutes total).
When was The Secret Land released?
The Secret Land was released on October 22, 1948 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Secret Land?
The main cast of The Secret Land includes Robert Montgomery, Robert Taylor, Van Heflin.