The World in His Arms (1952)
An adventurous sea captain's daring quest to buy Alaska from the Russians, perfect for history buffs and action lovers alike.
Genres: Adventure, Romance
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The World in His Arms(1952)
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Overview
In 1850s San Francisco, a loud, daring sea captain dreams of striking a deal that could put Alaska in American hands, but Russian rivals and rough-and-tumble competition keep getting in the way. A chance romance and a high-stakes dash north turn his scheme into a dangerous adventure on stormy waters.
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Pros: lively sea adventure; exciting ship race; colorful period setting | Cons: uneven pacing; over-the-top brawls; unconvincing romance
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You’ll likely enjoy this if you want an old-school, good-natured swashbuckling mix of romance, barroom chaos, and a standout sailing race, in the spirit of Captain Horatio Hornblower; Not for you if you dislike dated attitudes or seal-hunting themes.
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Cast
Full Cast & CrewGregory Peck
Captain Jonathan Clark
Ann Blyth
Countess Marina Selanova
Anthony Quinn
Portugee
John McIntire
Deacon Greathouse
Carl Esmond
Prince Semyon
Sig Ruman
General Ivan Vorashilov
Andrea King
Mamie
Eugenie Leontovich
Anna Selanova
Bill Radovitch
Ogeechuk
Rhys Williams
Eben Cleggett
Hans Conried
Eustace
Bryan Forbes
William Cleggett
Eve Whitney
Lilly
Chuck Hayward
Guest (uncredited)
Henry Kulky
Peter, Russian Servant
Gregory Gaye
Colonel Paul Shushaldin
Carl Andre
Seaman
Suzan Ball
Uncredited
Gregg Barton
Seaman
June McCall
Mamie's Girl
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I remembered it well but I see again, after many years without seeing it, it is even better, that direction those actors. Great adventure movie
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