When Eight Bells Toll
1971, English. Directed by Étienne Périer.
Danger runs deeper than the sea bed!
Phillip Calvert is a British Treasury secret service agent assigned to stop the ruthless pirating of millions in gold bullion off the western coast of the Scottish highlands. His search takes him to the small port town of Torbay on the Isle of Torbay where numerous fishing boats, yachts and people have been mysteriously disappearing. A trail of deceit and subterfuge leads him to Cypriot tycoon and shipping magnate Sir Anthony Skouras and his beautiful wife, Charlotte aboard their luxury yacht anchored off the coast, who may hold the answers to the truth.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Étienne PérierDirector
- Anthony HopkinsPhilip Calvert
- Robert MorleyUncle Arthur
- Nathalie DelonCharlotte
- Jack HawkinsSir Anthony Skouras
- Corin RedgraveHunslett
- Derek BondLord Charnley
- Ferdy MayneLavorski
- Maurice RoëvesLt. Williams - Helicopter Pilot
- Leon CollinsTim Hutchinson
- Wendy AllnuttSue Kirkside
- Peter ArneCapt. Imrie
- Oliver MacGreevyQuinn
Details
- Released
- 30 April 1971
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Budget
- $1.8M
- Box office
- $5.4M
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What When Eight Bells Toll is based on
When Eight Bells Toll is based on When Eight Bells Toll, a 1966 novel by Alistair MacLean.
Novel · 1966
When Eight Bells Toll
By Alistair MacLean
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When Eight Bells Toll: quick answers
Is When Eight Bells Toll worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 62 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is When Eight Bells Toll?
When Eight Bells Toll runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does When Eight Bells Toll have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for When Eight Bells Toll. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
When Eight Bells Toll parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
When Eight Bells Toll is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is When Eight Bells Toll on?
When Eight Bells Toll isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like When Eight Bells Toll?
If you liked When Eight Bells Toll, try Welcome to the Punch, Al Capone, The Organization.
Who directed When Eight Bells Toll?
When Eight Bells Toll (1971) was directed by Étienne Périer and stars Anthony Hopkins, Robert Morley, Nathalie Delon.
What is When Eight Bells Toll based on?
When Eight Bells Toll is based on When Eight Bells Toll, a 1966 novel by Alistair MacLean.