The Underwater City
1962, English. Directed by Frank McDonald.
An Atomic-Proof World On the Ocean Floor
An engineer, a psychologist and several other disparate types take part in an experiment to see if people can live for extended periods of time in a city built under the ocean.
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Frank McDonaldDirector
- William LundiganBob Gage
- Julie AdamsDr. Monica Powers
- Roy RobertsTim Graham
- Carl Benton ReidDr. Junius Halstead
- Chet DouglasChuck Marlow
- Paul DubovGeorge Burnett
- Karen NorrisPhyllis Gatewood
- Kathie BrowneDotty Steele
- Edward MalloryLt. Wally Steele
- Edmund CobbMeade (uncredited)
- George DeNormandDr. Carl Wendt (uncredited)
- Paul PowerAuthor in Visiting Party (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 8 August 1962
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Orville H. Hampton, Alex Gordon, Ruth Alexander
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The Underwater City: quick answers
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How long is The Underwater City?
The Underwater City runs 78 minutes (1h 18m).
Does The Underwater City have a post-credits scene?
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The Underwater City parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Underwater City is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Underwater City on?
The Underwater City isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Underwater City?
If you liked The Underwater City, try On the Beach, Superintelligence, Doctor Who: The Runaway Bride.
Who directed The Underwater City?
The Underwater City (1962) was directed by Frank McDonald and stars William Lundigan, Julie Adams, Roy Roberts.