

Stand by for Action
1942, English. Directed by Robert Z. Leonard.
The mightiest naval drama of all time!
U. S. Navy Lieutenant Gregg Masterman, of The Harvard and Boston Back Bay Mastermans, learned about the sea while winning silver cups sailing his yacht. He climbs swiftly in rank, and is now Junior Aide to Rear Admiral Stephen Thomas.
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Robert Z. LeonardDirector
- Robert TaylorLieut. Gregg Masterman
- Charles LaughtonRear Admiral Stephen Thomas
- Brian DonlevyLieut. Cmdr. Martin Roberts
- Walter BrennanChief Yeoman Henry Johnson
- Chill WillsMate Jenks, Chef-Bootsmann
- Marilyn MaxwellAudrey Carr
- Henry O'NeillCmdr. Stone M.C
- Marta LindenMary Collins
- Douglass DumbrilleCapt. Ludlow
- Richard QuineEnsign Lindsay
- William TannenFlag Lt. Dudley
- Douglas FowleyEnsign Martin
Details
- Released
- 31 December 1942
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- George Bruce, Laurence Kirk, John L. Balderston
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How long is Stand by for Action?
Stand by for Action runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
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Stand by for Action parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Stand by for Action is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Stand by for Action on?
Stand by for Action 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 Stand by for Action?
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Who directed Stand by for Action?
Stand by for Action (1942) was directed by Robert Z. Leonard and stars Robert Taylor, Charles Laughton, Brian Donlevy.