A Ship Is Born
Synopsis
This Vitaphone 'Technicolor Special' (production number 8001) portrays the behind-the-scenes story of the building and manning, during World War Two, of the USA supply line to Victory against the Axis powers, the United States Merchant Marine service.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean Negulesco
- Screenplay & Story
- Owen Grump
- Original Title
- A Ship Is Born
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 22m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean Negulesco
Owen Grump
Rex Steele
Department Leadership Roster
Rex Steele
Editor
Owen Grump
Writer
Jean Negulesco
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Ship Is Born
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What is A Ship Is Born about?
This Vitaphone 'Technicolor Special' (production number 8001) portrays the behind-the-scenes story of the building and manning, during World War Two, of the USA supply line to Victory against the Axis powers, the United States Merchant Marine service.
Who directed A Ship Is Born?
A Ship Is Born was directed by Jean Negulesco.
Who stars in A Ship Is Born?
The principal cast of A Ship Is Born includes Knox Manning.
When was A Ship Is Born released and how long is it?
A Ship Is Born was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 22m.