The Deep Blue Sea (1955): Cast
The Deep Blue Sea is a 1955 romantic drama directed by Anatole Litvak, starring Arthur Hill as Jackie Jackson, Vivien Leigh and Alec McCowen. It runs 1 hour 38 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 38m (98 min)
- Director
- Anatole Litvak
- Original language
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English - Studio
- London Films Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Deep Blue Sea About?
The premise of The Deep Blue Sea without spoilers.
A discontented wife of a rigid, dull‑minded judge embarks on an affair with a charismatic RAF pilot, only to discover his wild temperament overwhelms her, forcing her to confront the consequences of her infidelity.
The Deep Blue Sea Themes & Keywords
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- screenplay adapted by author
- husband
- woman
- marital infidelity
- husband wife relationship
- unfaithfulness
- based on a stage play
- marriage
- royal air force
- officer
- discontent
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- redemption
- unhappiness
- adultery
- self confidence
- infidelity
- extramarital affair
- dysfunctional marriage
- starting over
- ex doctor
- raf officer
- loveless marriage
- feminist movie
- apartment
- landlady
- suicide attempt
- skiing
- nightclub
- judge
- drunkenness
- bookie
- age difference
- english
- veteran
- self respect
- gossip
- debt
- bartender
- neighbor
- class differences
- unemployment
- london england
- golfer
- canadian
- raf pilot
- attempted suicide
The Deep Blue Sea Cast & Characters
Arthur Hill leads the cast as Jackie Jackson, with Vivien Leigh as Hester Collyer and Alec McCowen as Ken Thompson. Directed by Anatole Litvak; 13 actors are credited in all.
- Director Anatole Litvak
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Arthur Hill as Jackie Jackson -
Vivien Leigh as Hester Collyer -
Alec McCowen as Ken Thompson - Sid James as Man outside bar
Also Starring in The Deep Blue Sea
· 9 more- Dandy Nichols Mrs. Elton
- Bill Shine Golfer
- Kenneth More Freddie Page
- Brian Oulton Drunk
- Eric Portman Miller
- Heather Thatcher Lady Dawson
- Emlyn Williams Sir William Collyer
- Moira Lister Dawn Maxwell
- Jimmy Hanley Dicer Durston
More from Anatole Litvak
More films directed by Anatole Litvak, best-rated first: The Snake Pit, The Lady in the Car with Glasses and a Gun, The Night of the Generals and Five Miles to Midnight.
Cars in The Deep Blue Sea
1 car on screen: the 1939 S.S. 100 Jaguar 3½ Litre.
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1939 S.S. 100 Jaguar 3½ Litre Minor role
The Deep Blue Sea Also Known As
4 alternative titles, including “Profondo come il mare” and “Marea adâncă și albastră”.
- Also known as
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- Profondo come il mare
- Marea adâncă și albastră
- O Profundo Mar Azul
- Глубокое синее море
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The Deep Blue Sea FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Deep Blue Sea, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Deep Blue Sea?
The Deep Blue Sea runs 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).
When was The Deep Blue Sea released?
The Deep Blue Sea was released on November 1, 1955.
Who directed The Deep Blue Sea?
The Deep Blue Sea was directed by Anatole Litvak.
More films by Anatole Litvak Who is in the cast of The Deep Blue Sea?
The Deep Blue Sea stars Arthur Hill as Jackie Jackson, Vivien Leigh as Hester Collyer and Alec McCowen as Ken Thompson, among 13 credited actors.
Does The Deep Blue Sea have a post-credit scene?
No. The Deep Blue Sea has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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