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Crimson Tide

1995·Movie·R·116 min·7.2(1,998)

Danger runs deep.

After the Cold War, a breakaway Russian republic with nuclear warheads becomes a possible worldwide threat. U.S. submarine Capt. Frank Ramsey signs on a relatively green but highly recommended Lt. Cmdr. Ron Hunter to the USS Alabama, which may be the only ship able to stop a possible Armageddon. When Ramsey insists that the Alabama must act aggressively, Hunter, fearing they will start rather than stop a disaster, leads a potential mutiny to stop him.

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About Crimson Tide

Crimson Tide is a 1995 English-language thriller, action and drama film directed by Tony Scott. The cast is led by Denzel Washington, Gene Hackman, Matt Craven. It has a runtime of 1h 56m. Viewers rate it 7.2/10 across 2000 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

Crimson Tide was produced by Hollywood Pictures and Don Simpson/Jerry Bruckheimer Films and made in United States of America and France. It was released on May 12, 1995, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $53 million, it went on to gross $157 million worldwide.

Director
Tony Scott
Writers
Michael Schiffer, Richard P. Henrick
Release date
May 12, 1995
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America, France
Budget
$53 million
Box office
$157 million
Production
Hollywood Pictures, Don Simpson/Jerry Bruckheimer Films
#mutiny#submarine#missile#embassy#nuclear missile#battle for power#u.s. navy#terrorism#military#moral dilemma#post cold war#aircraft carrier#chain of command#launch code

Crimson Tide cast & crew

Crimson Tide was directed by Tony Scott and written by Michael Schiffer and Richard P. Henrick.

The cast features Denzel Washington as Lt. Commander Ronald "Ron" Hunter, Gene Hackman as Captain Franklin "Frank" Ramsey, Matt Craven as Lt. Roy Zimmer, George Dzundza as Chief of the Boat Cob, Viggo Mortensen as Lt. Peter 'Weps' Ince, and James Gandolfini as Lt. Robert 'Bobby' Dougherty.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Hans Zimmer, cinematography is by Dariusz Wolski, and it was produced by Don Simpson and Jerry Bruckheimer.

Is Crimson Tide worth watching?

Crimson Tide holds an audience score of 7.2/10 from 1,998 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed thriller films.

At 1h 56m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy thriller, action, and drama, Crimson Tide is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of Crimson Tide

Denzel Washington

Denzel Washington

Lt. Commander Ronald "Ron" Hunter

Gene Hackman

Gene Hackman

Captain Franklin "Frank" Ramsey

Matt Craven

Matt Craven

Lt. Roy Zimmer

George Dzundza

George Dzundza

Chief of the Boat Cob

Viggo Mortensen

Viggo Mortensen

Lt. Peter 'Weps' Ince

James Gandolfini

James Gandolfini

Lt. Robert 'Bobby' Dougherty

Rocky Carroll

Rocky Carroll

Lt. Darik Westergard

Jaime Gomez

Jaime Gomez

Officer of the Deck Mahoney

Michael Milhoan

Michael Milhoan

Chief of the Watch Hunsicker

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Scott Burkholder

Tactical Supervising Officer Billy Linkletter

Danny Nucci

Danny Nucci

Petty Officer Danny Rivetti

Lillo Brancato

Lillo Brancato

Petty Officer Third Class Russell Vossler

Crimson Tide — FAQs

Where can I watch Crimson Tide in United States?

Crimson Tide is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads in United States.

Is Crimson Tide on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Crimson Tide is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is Crimson Tide in?

Crimson Tide is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Crimson Tide?

Crimson Tide runs 1 hours 56 minutes (116 minutes).

What is Crimson Tide rated?

Crimson Tide is rated R. It holds a 7.2/10 audience score from 1,998 ratings.

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