Two-Man Submarine
Two-Man Submarine

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Two-Man Submarine

1944
Movie
62 min
English

Medical researchers Jerry Evans and Walt Hedges are assigned by a pharmaceutical company to work at a secret laboratory on a remote South Pacific Island in order to produce penicillium, the mold from which the magic drug penicillin is derived.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Frank McDonaldGenres: Action, War, Drama

Plot Summary

During World War II, a U.S. Navy lieutenant is assigned to a top-secret mission operating a two-man submersible. The perilous task involves venturing into enemy waters to gather crucial intelligence. Faced with constant danger and the immense pressure of his assignment, the lieutenant must rely on his skills and his partner to survive and succeed.

Critical Reception

Released during wartime, 'Two-Man Submarine' was a B-movie intended for the masses, offering a tense, albeit straightforward, wartime adventure. While not a critical darling, it was appreciated for its economical storytelling and its contribution to the war effort's morale.

What Reviewers Say

  • A brisk and serviceable wartime thriller.

  • The film delivers adequate suspense within its limited scope.

  • Features solid performances from its lead actors.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's age and status as a lesser-known B-movie. Those available tend to acknowledge its simple but effective plot and engaging action sequences for its time.

Fun Fact

The film was made by PRC (Producers Releasing Corporation), one of the low-budget studios that produced many 'B-movies' during Hollywood's golden age, often with tight shooting schedules and limited resources.

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