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Das Boot (1981)
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A German submarine hunts allied ships during the Second World War, but it soon becomes the hunted. The crew tries to survive below the surface, while stretching both the boat and themselves to their limits.
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Worth tryingCharacter-driven
EnergyMeasured and gradual
ToneDark and heavy
ExperienceDetail-driven engagement
Best suited forcharacter-driven drama and emotional tension
What to expect from this title?Expect a heavy watch that leans on human conflict and harsh atmosphere more than comfort or easy release.
Heavy in toneConflict carries the weightNot a casual watch
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Best suited for17+
Content levelMature content
GuidanceNot suitable for children
Rating methodOfficial source
ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Violence & action• Serious themes
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Viewer insight Das Boot is a 1981 film in the Drama / History category from Germany. Directed by Wolfgang Petersen. Starring Jürgen Prochnow and Herbert Grönemeyer. Runtime: about 150 minutes. Original language: German. An official trailer is available on this page. TMDB rating: 8.1/10.
Genre: Drama / History, Released in 1981, Original language: German, Production: Germany, Runtime: about 150 minutes, Starring Jürgen Prochnow and Herbert Grönemeyer.
Runtime
150 min
Original language
German
Country of origin
Germany
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
Jürgen Prochnow
Captain Lieutenant 'Der Alte'
Herbert Grönemeyer
Lieutenant Werner
Klaus Wennemann
Chief Engineer
Hubertus Bengsch
First Watch Officer
Martin Semmelrogge
Second Watch Officer
Bernd Tauber
Kriechbaum
Erwin Leder
Johann 'Das Gespenst'
Martin May
Ullmann
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Heinz Hoenig
Hinrich
Uwe Ochsenknecht
Chief Bosun
Claude-Oliver Rudolph
Ario
Jan Fedder
Pilgrim
Rita Cadillac
Monique
Ralf Richter
Frenssen
Director: Wolfgang Petersen
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1What is movie Das Boot (1981)?
It is a movie released in 1981 within the Drama, History, War category.
2What is the story of Das Boot?
Das Boot (1981) is a movie in the Drama, History, War category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch Das Boot online?
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4What is the rating of Das Boot?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 8.1/10 based on 2,515 ratings.
5What is the runtime of Das Boot?
Its runtime is about 150 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is Das Boot best suited for?
A grounded dramatic watch where the emotional payoff grows scene by scene and feels strongest once it settles in.
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