Lifeboat
1944, English. Directed by Alfred Hitchcock.
Six men and three women - against the sea, and each other!
During World War II, a small group of survivors is stranded in a lifeboat together after the ship they were traveling on is destroyed by a German U-boat.
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Where to watch Lifeboat
Lifeboat isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Alfred HitchcockDirector
- Tallulah BankheadConnie Porter
- William BendixGus Smith
- Walter SlezakWilli
- Mary AndersonAlice MacKenzie
- John HodiakJohn Kovac
- Henry HullCharles J. Rittenhouse
- Heather AngelMrs. Higley
- Hume CronynStanley "Sparks" Garrett
- Canada LeeJoe Spencer
- William Yetter Jr.Young German Sailor (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 28 January 1944
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jo Swerling, Ben Hecht, John Steinbeck
- Budget
- $1.6M
- Box office
- $1M
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Lifeboat: quick answers
Is Lifeboat worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.4/10 from 512 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Lifeboat?
Lifeboat runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does Lifeboat have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Lifeboat. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Lifeboat parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Lifeboat is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Lifeboat on?
Lifeboat isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Lifeboat?
If you liked Lifeboat, try Murphy's War, Operation Pacific, Greyhound.
Who directed Lifeboat?
Lifeboat (1944) was directed by Alfred Hitchcock and stars Tallulah Bankhead, William Bendix, Walter Slezak.