Operation Bikini
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Synopsis
The film takes place aboard an American submarine in the Pacific during World War II. The sub's commander is ordered to stop and pick up an underwater demolition team led by Lt. Hayes, whose mission is to locate and destroy a US submarine sunken in a lagoon off Bikini Atoll before the Japanese are able to raise it and capture the advanced radar system on board.
Top Cast
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Tab Hunter
Lt. Morgan Hayes
Frankie Avalon
Seaman Joseph Malzone
Scott Brady
Capt. Emmett Carey
Jim Backus
Bosun's Mate Ed Fennelly
Gary Crosby
Seaman Floyd Givens
Michael Dante
Lt. William 'Bill' Fourtney
David Landfield
Lt. Jim Cale
Jody McCrea
Seaman William Sherman
Aki Aleong
Seaman Ronald Davayo
Marc Cavell
Paul
Eva Six
Reiko
Duane Ament
Seaman Kingsley (uncredited)
Richard Bakalyan
Seaman Hiller (uncredited)
Jody Daniels
Seaman Jones (uncredited)
Joe Finnegan
Seaman Morris (uncredited)
Raymond Guth
Seaman Rich (uncredited)
Judy Lewis
Dream Siren (uncredited)
Alicia Li
Third Native Girl (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 26, 1963
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Anthony Carras
- Screenplay & Story
- John Tomerlin
- Original Score
- Lou Rusoff
- Original Title
- Operation Bikini
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 17m
- Production Studios
- American International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Anthony Carras
John Tomerlin
Lou Rusoff
Gilbert Warrenton
Homer Powell, Anthony Carras
Lou Rusoff, James H. Nicholson, Samuel Z. Arkoff
Department Leadership Roster
Lou Rusoff
Producer
Homer Powell
Editor
James H. Nicholson
Producer
Anthony Carras
Editor
Anthony Carras
Director
John Tomerlin
Writer
Gilbert Warrenton
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Operation Bikini
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Operation Bikini about?
The film takes place aboard an American submarine in the Pacific during World War II. The sub's commander is ordered to stop and pick up an underwater demolition team led by Lt. Hayes, whose mission is to locate and destroy a US submarine sunken in a lagoon off Bikini Atoll before the Japanese are able to raise it and capture the advanced radar system on board.
Who directed Operation Bikini?
Operation Bikini was directed by Anthony Carras.
Who stars in Operation Bikini?
The principal cast of Operation Bikini includes Tab Hunter, Frankie Avalon, Scott Brady, Jim Backus, Gary Crosby.
When was Operation Bikini released and how long is it?
Operation Bikini was released in 1963 with a total runtime of 1h 17m.
Who composed the musical score for Operation Bikini?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Operation Bikini was composed by Lou Rusoff.