The Dam Busters

1955 · 2h 4m · Released

NR Drama, History, War

The story of the conception of a new British weapon for smashing the German dams in the Ruhr industrial complex and the execution of the raid by 617 Squadron 'The Dam Busters'.

Ratings

Based on audience scores

6.9 The Movie Database

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N/A Rotten Tomatoes

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Where to stream The Dam Busters

Streaming now in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, and The Roku Channel.

Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex.

Trailer

Dambusters - Trailer.

Top cast and crew

Michael Anderson Director

Richard Todd Wing Commander Guy Gibson, V.C., D.S.O., D.F.C.

Michael Redgrave Doctor B. N. Wallis, C.B.E., F.R.S.

Ursula Jeans Mrs. Wallis

Basil Sydney Air Chief Marshal Sir Arthur Harris G.C.B., O.B.E., A.F.C.

Patrick Barr Captain Joseph (Mutt) Summers, C.B.E.

Ernest Clark Air Vice-Marshal The Hon. Ralph Cochrane G.B.E., K.C.B., A.F.C.

Derek Farr Group Captain J. N. H. Whitworth, D.S.O., D.F.C.

Charles Carson Doctor

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Frequently asked questions about The Dam Busters

Where can I watch The Dam Busters in the United States?

The Dam Busters is available to stream on Kanopy, Hoopla, and The Roku Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Can I watch The Dam Busters for free?

The Dam Busters streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy, Hoopla, and The Roku Channel. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for The Dam Busters?

The Dam Busters scores 6.9 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in The Dam Busters?

The Dam Busters stars Richard Todd, Michael Redgrave, Ursula Jeans, Basil Sydney, and Patrick Barr. Michael Anderson is the director.

How long is The Dam Busters?

The Dam Busters runs 2h 4m (124 minutes).

When did The Dam Busters come out?

The Dam Busters was released on May 16, 1955.

Which studio made The Dam Busters?

The Dam Busters was produced by Associated British Picture Corporation in the United Kingdom.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.