Murphy's War
1971, English. Directed by Peter Yates.
World War Two was just ending. World War Murphy is about to begin.
Murphy is the sole survivor of his crew, that has been massacred by a German U-Boat in the closing days of World War II. He is rescued, and ends up at a forgotten mission station near the mouth of the Orinoco, and begins to plot his vengeance. He wishes to sink the U-Boat by means of any method imaginable to him, and sets about to make the courageous attempt, assisted by Louis, the administrator of the local oil company.
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.1/10 from 103 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Murphy's War
Murphy's War 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
- Peter YatesDirector
- Peter O'TooleMurphy
- Siân PhillipsHayden
- Philippe NoiretBrezan
- Horst JansonLauchs
- John HallamEllis
- Ingo MogendorfVoght
- John CliffordGerman Submarine Crewman (uncredited)
- Harry FielderGerman Submarine Crewman (uncredited)
- George RoubicekGerman Submarine Crewman (uncredited)
- Bob SimmonsGerman Submarine Crewman (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 13 January 1971
- Country
- United Kingdom, Venezuela
- Written by
- Stirling Silliphant
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Murphy's War: quick answers
Is Murphy's War worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 103 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Murphy's War?
Murphy's War runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Does Murphy's War have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Murphy's War. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Murphy's War parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Murphy's War is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Murphy's War on?
Murphy's War isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Murphy's War?
If you liked Murphy's War, try Das Boot, Greyhound, The Enemy Below.
Who directed Murphy's War?
Murphy's War (1971) was directed by Peter Yates and stars Peter O'Toole, Siân Phillips, Philippe Noiret.