The Silver Fleet
“The truth is that a Nation will only live as long as it has people ready to die”
Synopsis
The Silver Fleet was inspired by a true story from World War II. Holland now under German occupation, a Shipyard owner and Chief engineer Jaap van Leyden is summoned to build ships for the German war effort. The commission would allow Leyden to build sophisticated submarines whilst safeguarding jobs for the local Dutch workforce. A newly built U-boat, named U107 goes out on her first sea trial and is hijacked by a Dutch crew and they re-route the vessel to England. As such it provided an opportunity to refuel patriotism in the face of a seemingly interminable war and almost unbearable civilian hardship.
Top Cast
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Ralph Richardson
Jaap van Leyden
Googie Withers
Helène van Leyden
Esmond Knight
Von Schiffer
Beresford Egan
Krampf
Frederick Burtwell
Captain Müller
Kathleen Byron
Schoolmistress
Willem Akkerman
Willem van Leyden
Dorothy Gordon
Janni Peters
Charles Victor
Bastiaan Peters
John Longden
Jost Meertens
Joss Ambler
Cornelis Smit
Margaret Emden
Bertha
Neville Mapp
Joop
Ivor Barnard
Admiral
John Carol
Johann
Philip Leaver
Chief of Police
Lawrence O'Madden
Captain Schneider
Anthony Eustrel
Lieutenant Wernicke
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 1, 1945
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$5.8M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Vernon Sewell, Gordon Wellesley
- Screenplay & Story
- Gordon Wellesley, Emeric Pressburger, Vernon Sewell
- Original Score
- Allan Gray
- Original Title
- The Silver Fleet
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Worldwide Gross
- $5.8M
- Production Studios
- The Archers, General Film Distributors, Royal Navy, Royal Netherland Government
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Vernon Sewell, Gordon Wellesley
Gordon Wellesley, Emeric Pressburger, Vernon Sewell
Allan Gray
Erwin Hillier
Michael C. Chorlton
Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger
Department Leadership Roster
Gordon Wellesley
Writer
Vernon Sewell
Director
Gordon Wellesley
Director
Vernon Sewell
Writer
Michael Powell
Producer
Emeric Pressburger
Producer
Allan Gray
Original Music Composer
Erwin Hillier
Director of Photography
Michael C. Chorlton
Editor
Alfred Junge
Production Design
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Silver Fleet
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Silver Fleet about?
The Silver Fleet was inspired by a true story from World War II. Holland now under German occupation, a Shipyard owner and Chief engineer Jaap van Leyden is summoned to build ships for the German war effort. The commission would allow Leyden to build sophisticated submarines whilst safeguarding jobs for the local Dutch workforce. A newly built U-boat, named U107 goes out on her first sea trial and is hijacked by a Dutch crew and they re-route the vessel to England. As such it provided an opportunity to refuel patriotism in the face of a seemingly interminable war and almost unbearable civilian hardship.
Who directed The Silver Fleet?
The Silver Fleet was directed by Vernon Sewell, Gordon Wellesley.
Who stars in The Silver Fleet?
The principal cast of The Silver Fleet includes Ralph Richardson, Googie Withers, Esmond Knight, Beresford Egan, Frederick Burtwell.
When was The Silver Fleet released and how long is it?
The Silver Fleet was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
How much did The Silver Fleet make at the box office?
The Silver Fleet grossed $5.8M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Silver Fleet?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Silver Fleet was composed by Allan Gray.