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The Sea Around Us (1953): Cast

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The Sea Around Us is a 1953 documentary directed by Irwin Allen, starring Theodore von Eltz as Commentator (voice) (as Theodor Von Eltz) and Don Forbes. It runs 1 hour 2 minutes.

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The Sea Around Us (1953) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 2m (62 min)
Director
Irwin Allen
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is The Sea Around Us About?

The premise of The Sea Around Us without spoilers.

Irwin Allen guides viewers through a vivid Technicolor journey into the deep blue, revealing wonders rarely seen. Drawing on Rachel L. Carson’s celebrated study, this Oscar‑winning documentary examines the full spectrum of marine life—from sharks, whales and octopuses to microscopic organisms—and how they coexist within the vast underwater realm.

The Sea Around Us Themes & Keywords

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  • marine life
  • whaling
  • underwater scene
  • 1950s
  • whale
  • shark
  • marine biology
  • oceanography
  • seal the animal
  • dead whale
  • sperm whale
  • zebra fish
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  • whaling ship
  • waterfall
  • water skiing
  • turtle
  • tsunami
  • trawler
  • symbiosis
  • sucker fish
  • submarine
  • sponge diving
  • spear gun
  • snorkel
  • shrimp
  • ship
  • sheepshead fish
  • seaweed
  • seashell
  • seagull
  • sea urchin
  • sea sponge
  • sea anemone
  • salmon
  • rockfish
  • rain
  • radar
  • porpoise
  • porcupine fish
  • plankton
  • octopus
  • moray eel
  • marine worm
  • manta ray
  • macro photography
  • lightning
  • lighthouse
  • jolly roger
  • harpoon
  • great barrier reef
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Cast & crew

The Sea Around Us Cast & Characters

Theodore von Eltz leads the cast as Commentator (voice) (as Theodor Von Eltz), with Don Forbes as Commentator (voice). Directed by Irwin Allen.

From the director

More from Irwin Allen

More films directed by Irwin Allen, best-rated first: Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea, Beyond the Poseidon Adventure, The Swarm and Lost in Space - No Place to Hide.

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The Sea Around Us Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “Il mare intorno a noi” and “Il mare intorno di noi”.

Also known as
  • Il mare intorno a noi
  • Il mare intorno di noi
  • Cette mer qui nous entoure
  • 环绕我们的海洋
  • 環繞我們的海洋

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FAQ

The Sea Around Us FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Sea Around Us, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Sea Around Us?

The Sea Around Us runs 1 hour 2 minutes (62 minutes).

When was The Sea Around Us released?

The Sea Around Us was released on June 30, 1953.

Who directed The Sea Around Us?

The Sea Around Us was directed by Irwin Allen.

More films by Irwin Allen

Who is in the cast of The Sea Around Us?

The Sea Around Us stars Theodore von Eltz as Commentator (voice) (as Theodor Von Eltz) and Don Forbes as Commentator (voice).

Does The Sea Around Us have a post-credit scene?

No. The Sea Around Us has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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