The Fighting Seabees
1944, English. Directed by Edward Ludwig.
The thrilling story of America's supermen!
Construction workers in World War II in the Pacific are needed to build military sites, but the work is dangerous and they doubt the ability of the Navy to protect them. After a series of attacks by the Japanese, something new is tried, Construction Battalions (CBs=Seabees). The new CBs have to both build and be ready to fight.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 60 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The Fighting Seabees isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Edward LudwigDirector
- John WayneLt. Cmdr. Wedge Donovan
- Susan HaywardConstance Chesley
- Dennis O'KeefeLt. Cmdr. Robert Yarrow
- William FrawleyEddie Powers
- Leonid KinskeyJohnny Novasky
- J.M. KerriganSawyer Collins
- Grant WithersWhanger Spreckles
- Paul FixDing Jacobs
- Ben WeldenYump Lumkin
- William ForrestLt. Tom Kerrick
- Addison RichardsCapt. Joyce
- Jay NorrisJoe Brick
Details
- Released
- 27 January 1944
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Aeneas MacKenzie, Borden Chase
- Budget
- $1.5M
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The Fighting Seabees: quick answers
Is The Fighting Seabees worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 60 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Fighting Seabees?
The Fighting Seabees runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does The Fighting Seabees have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Fighting Seabees. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Fighting Seabees parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Fighting Seabees is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Fighting Seabees on?
The Fighting Seabees isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Fighting Seabees?
If you liked The Fighting Seabees, try Greyhound, Midway, The Devil's Brigade.
Who directed The Fighting Seabees?
The Fighting Seabees (1944) was directed by Edward Ludwig and stars John Wayne, Susan Hayward, Dennis O'Keefe.