The Enemy Below (1957)
Kernel Score: 76% · 202 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: War
Released: 1957-12-25
Runtime: 97 minutes
Where to watch The Enemy Below
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US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
The crew of the American destroyer escort, the USS Haynes, detects a German U-Boat—resulting in a prolonged, deadly battle of wits.
The Enemy Below parents' guide: ages 8+
Parents need to know that The Enemy Below (1957) is a WWII naval war film depicting a prolonged, deadly battle between a US destroyer and a German U-boat.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Depicts a tense wartime naval battle including depth charges, torpedoes, and combat deaths typical of classic WWII submarine films.
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
Dick Powell
Cast
- Robert Mitchum as Capt. Murrell
- Curd Jürgens as Kapitän von Stolberg
- David Hedison as Lt. Ware
- Theodore Bikel as Heinie Schwaffer
- Russell Collins as Doctor
- Kurt Kreuger as Von Holem (uncredited)
- Frank Albertson as Lt. J.G. Crain
- Biff Elliot as Quartermaster
- Michael McHale as German Soldier
- Alan Dexter as Lt. Mackeson
The Enemy Below FAQ
Is The Enemy Below good?
The Enemy Below has a 76% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 202 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Enemy Below?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Enemy Below OK for kids?
The Enemy Below is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 8+. Parents need to know that The Enemy Below (1957) is a WWII naval war film depicting a prolonged, deadly battle between a US destroyer and a German U-boat.
What movies are like The Enemy Below?
If you liked The Enemy Below, try Greyhound, Das Boot, Operation Petticoat and Kalashnikov AK-47.