


The Dam Busters at a glance
The Dam Busters is a 1955 drama and history film, running 2h 4m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: U in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS Apple TV Channel and Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel.
Rated U in the United Kingdom — generally suitable for family viewing, with the usual guidance for younger children.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1955-05-16
- Runtime
- 2h 4m
- Genres
- Drama, History, War
- Director
- Michael Anderson
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.9 / 10 · 169 votes
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Availability
Where to watch in the United Kingdom
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Synopsis
Feature filmThe story of the conception of a new British weapon for smashing the German dams in the Ruhr industrial complex and the execution of the raid by 617 Squadron 'The Dam Busters'.
Cast
14 names
Richard ToddWing Commander Guy Gibson, V.C., D.S.O., D.F.C.
Michael RedgraveDoctor B. N. Wallis, C.B.E., F.R.S.
Ursula JeansMrs. Wallis
Basil SydneyAir Chief Marshal Sir Arthur Harris G.C.B., O.B.E., A.F.C.
Patrick BarrCaptain Joseph (Mutt) Summers, C.B.E.
Ernest ClarkAir Vice-Marshal The Hon. Ralph Cochrane G.B.E., K.C.B., A.F.C.
Derek FarrGroup Captain J. N. H. Whitworth, D.S.O., D.F.C.
Charles CarsonDoctor
Stanley Van BeersSir David Pye, C.B., F.R.S.
Colin TapleyDoctor W.H. Glanville, C.B., C.B.E.
Frederick LeisterCommittee Member
Raymond HuntleyOfficial, National Physical LaboratoryQuestions about The Dam Busters
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Dam Busters in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Dam Busters is listed on STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS Apple TV Channel, Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Dam Busters suitable for children?
The Dam Busters is rated U in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is The Dam Busters about?
The story of the conception of a new British weapon for smashing the German dams in the Ruhr industrial complex and the execution of the raid by 617 Squadron 'The Dam Busters'.
How long is The Dam Busters?
The Dam Busters runs for 2h 4m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Dam Busters trailer?
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