Wake of the Red Witch
1948, English. Directed by Edward Ludwig.
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Captain Ralls fights Dutch shipping magnate Mayrant Sidneye for the woman he loves, Angelique Desaix, and for a fortune in gold aboard the Red Witch.
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Edward LudwigDirector
- John WayneCapt. Ralls
- Gail RussellAngelique Desaix
- Gig YoungSamuel 'Sam' Rosen
- Adele MaraTeleia Van Schreeven
- Luther AdlerMayrant Ruysdaal Sidneye
- Eduard FranzHarmenszoon Van Schreeven
- Grant WithersCapt. Wilde Youngeur
- Henry DaniellJacques Desaix
- Paul FixAntonio 'Ripper' Arrezo
- Dennis HoeyCapt. Munsey
- Jeff CoreyMr. Loring
- Erskine SanfordDr. van Arken
Details
- Released
- 30 December 1948
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Harry Brown, Kenneth Gamet
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What Wake of the Red Witch is based on
Wake of the Red Witch is adapted from a novel.
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Wake of the Red Witch: quick answers
Is Wake of the Red Witch worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 55 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Wake of the Red Witch?
Wake of the Red Witch runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Does Wake of the Red Witch have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Wake of the Red Witch. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Wake of the Red Witch parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Wake of the Red Witch is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Wake of the Red Witch on?
Wake of the Red Witch isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Wake of the Red Witch?
If you liked Wake of the Red Witch, try Agora, The Lost City of Z, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World.
Who directed Wake of the Red Witch?
Wake of the Red Witch (1948) was directed by Edward Ludwig and stars John Wayne, Gail Russell, Gig Young.
What is Wake of the Red Witch based on?
Wake of the Red Witch is adapted from a novel.