The Cruel Sea
Cmdr. Ericson is assigned to convoy escort the HMS Compass Rose with inexperienced officers and men fresh out of training at the start of World War II. The winter seas make life miserable enough, but the men must also toughen up to rescuing survivors of U-Boat attacks while rarely being able to strike back. Traumatic events afloat and ashore foster a warm bond between the captain and his first officer.
Released: 1953-02-24