Rulers of the Sea
Synopsis
The struggle of a man to build a steam ship to take him across the Atlantic in spite of all setbacks, and his win against a crack sailing boat in the early 19th century.
Top Cast
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Douglas Fairbanks Jr.
David 'Davie' Gillespie
Margaret Lockwood
Mary Shaw
Will Fyffe
John Shaw
George Bancroft
Capt. Oliver
Montagu Love
Malcolm Grant
Vaughan Glaser
Junius Smith
David Torrence
Donald Fenton
Lester Matthews
Lieut. Roberts
Alec Craig
Foreman
Barlowe Borland
Magistrate
Wilson Benge
Campbell
Harry Allen
Murdock
Barry Macollum
Miller
David Cavendish
First Officer Lewis
David Clyde
Second Mate Evans
Charles McAvoy
O'Brien
Alan Ladd
Colin Farrell
Lawrence Grant
Mr. Negley
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 8, 1939
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Lloyd
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Collins, Frank Cavett, Talbot Jennings
- Original Score
- Richard Hageman
- Original Title
- Rulers of the Sea
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Lloyd
Richard Collins, Frank Cavett, Talbot Jennings
Richard Hageman
Archie Stout, Theodor Sparkuhl
Paul Weatherwax
Frank Lloyd
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Lloyd
Director
Richard Collins
Screenplay
Paul Weatherwax
Editor
Frank Lloyd
Producer
Archie Stout
Director of Photography
Theodor Sparkuhl
Director of Photography
Richard Hageman
Original Music Composer
Frank Cavett
Screenplay
Talbot Jennings
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rulers of the Sea
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Rulers of the Sea about?
The struggle of a man to build a steam ship to take him across the Atlantic in spite of all setbacks, and his win against a crack sailing boat in the early 19th century.
Who directed Rulers of the Sea?
Rulers of the Sea was directed by Frank Lloyd.
Who stars in Rulers of the Sea?
The principal cast of Rulers of the Sea includes Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Margaret Lockwood, Will Fyffe, George Bancroft, Montagu Love.
When was Rulers of the Sea released and how long is it?
Rulers of the Sea was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Rulers of the Sea?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rulers of the Sea was composed by Richard Hageman.