The Caine Mutiny (1954)
Kernel Score: 80% · 359 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Drama, War
Released: 1954-06-24
Runtime: 124 minutes
Where to watch The Caine Mutiny
- Free with ads: YouTube Free
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
When a US Naval captain shows signs of mental instability that jeopardize his ship, the first officer relieves him of command and faces court martial for mutiny.
The Caine Mutiny parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that this WWII naval drama deals with mental breakdown, mutiny, and courtroom conflict without graphic violence.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Focuses on a naval captain's mental instability and a mutiny court martial rather than combat violence.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Edward Dmytryk
Cast
- Humphrey Bogart as Lt. Cmdr. Philip Francis Queeg
- Robert Francis as Ens. Willis Seward 'Willie' Keith
- Van Johnson as Lt. Stephen Maryk
- Fred MacMurray as Lt. Thomas 'Tom' Keefer
- May Wynn as May Wynn
- Katherine Warren as Mrs. Keith
- Jerry Paris as Ens. Barney Harding
- José Ferrer as Lt. Barney Greenwald
- E.G. Marshall as Lt. Comdr. Challee
- Tom Tully as Comdr. DeVriess
The Caine Mutiny FAQ
Is The Caine Mutiny good?
The Caine Mutiny has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 359 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Caine Mutiny?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Caine Mutiny OK for kids?
The Caine Mutiny is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that this WWII naval drama deals with mental breakdown, mutiny, and courtroom conflict without graphic violence.
What movies are like The Caine Mutiny?
If you liked The Caine Mutiny, try Midway, A Few Good Men, Greyhound and Purple Hearts.