The Sea Chase
As the Second World War breaks out, German freighter captain Karl Ehrlich is about to leave Sydney, Australia with his vessel, the Ergenstrasse. Ehrlich, an anti-Nazi but proud German, hopes to outrun or out-maneuver the British warship pursuing him. Aboard his vessel is Elsa Keller, a woman Ehrlich has been ordered to return to Germany safely along with whatever secrets she carries. When Ehrlich's fiercely Nazi chief officer Kirchner commits an atrocity, the British pursuit becomes deadly.
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Frequently asked questions about The Sea Chase
Where can I watch The Sea Chase in the United States?
The Sea Chase is available to stream on HBO Max, YouTube TV, and TCM in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Sea Chase on HBO Max?
Yes. The Sea Chase is streaming on HBO Max in the United States, alongside YouTube TV and TCM.
Can I watch The Sea Chase for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Sea Chase needs a subscription to HBO Max, YouTube TV, and TCM, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Sea Chase?
The Sea Chase scores 6.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Sea Chase?
The Sea Chase stars John Wayne, Lana Turner, David Farrar, James Arness, and Tab Hunter. John Farrow is the director.
How long is The Sea Chase?
The Sea Chase runs 1h 57m (117 minutes).
When did The Sea Chase come out?
The Sea Chase was released on June 4, 1955.
Which studio made The Sea Chase?
The Sea Chase was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures in the United States.
How much did The Sea Chase make at the box office?
The Sea Chase grossed $6,000,000 worldwide.
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.