The Caine Mutiny
~As big as the ocean!
Overview
When a US Naval captain shows signs of mental instability that jeopardize his ship, the first officer relieves him of command and faces court martial for mutiny.
Genres
- Drama
- War
General Information
Release Date: 1954-06-24
Budget: $2000000
Revenue: $21750000
Runtime: 124 min
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