Captains Courageous
“As great as "Mutiny on the Bounty"”
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Harvey, the arrogant and spoiled son of an indulgent absentee-father, falls overboard from a transatlantic steamship and is rescued by a fishing vessel on the Grand Banks. Harvey fails to persuade them to take him ashore, nor convince the crew of his wealth. The captain offers him a low-paid job, until they return to port, as part of the crew that turns him into a mature, considerate young man.
Cast
Freddie Bartholomew
as Harvey Cheyne
Spencer Tracy
as Manuel Fidello
Lionel Barrymore
as Captain Disko Troop
Melvyn Douglas
as Frank Burton Cheyne
Charley Grapewin
as Uncle Salters
Mickey Rooney
as Dan Troop
John Carradine
as Long Jack
Oscar O'Shea
as Captain Walt Cushman
Jack La Rue
as Priest
Walter Kingsford
as Dr. Finley
Donald Briggs
as Tyler
Sam McDaniel
as 'Doc'
Bill Burrud
as Charles
Norman Ainsley
as Robbins (uncredited)
C.E. Anderson
as Fisherman (uncredited)
Edward Peil Sr.
as Fisherman (uncredited)
Wally Albright
as Boy (uncredited)
Lee Van Atta
as Boy (uncredited)
Tommy Bupp
as Boy on Ship (uncredited)
Gene Reynolds
as Boy in Print Shop (uncredited)
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About Captains Courageous
“As great as "Mutiny on the Bounty"”
Harvey, the arrogant and spoiled son of an indulgent absentee-father, falls overboard from a transatlantic steamship and is rescued by a fishing vessel on the Grand Banks. Harvey fails to persuade them to take him ashore, nor convince the crew of his wealth. The captain offers him a low-paid job, until they return to port, as part of the crew that turns him into a mature, considerate young man. Running 115 minutes.
Captains Courageous Cast and Characters
The cast features Freddie Bartholomew (as Harvey Cheyne), Spencer Tracy (as Manuel Fidello), Lionel Barrymore (as Captain Disko Troop), Melvyn Douglas (as Frank Burton Cheyne), and Charley Grapewin (as Uncle Salters). Their performances are a major reason Captains Courageous has built such a passionate audience.
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Captains Courageous flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Captains Courageous online for free?
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How long is Captains Courageous?
Captains Courageous runs for 115 minutes (about 1.9 hours).
Is Captains Courageous good? What's the rating?
Captains Courageous holds a 7.4/10 rating based on 186 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Captains Courageous?
The main cast includes Freddie Bartholomew, Spencer Tracy, Lionel Barrymore, and Melvyn Douglas, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Captains Courageous available in English?
Yes — Captains Courageous was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Captains Courageous released?
Captains Courageous was released in 1937.
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What is Captains Courageous about?
Captains Courageous is a Adventure/Drama English-language film. Harvey, the arrogant and spoiled son of an indulgent absentee-father, falls overboard from a transatlantic steamship and is rescued by a fishing vessel on the Grand Banks. Harvey fails to persuade them to take him ashore, nor convince the crew of his wealth. The captain offers him a low-paid job, until they return to port, as part of the crew that turns him into a mature, considerate young man.
When was Captains Courageous released?
Captains Courageous was released on June 25, 1937. It has a runtime of 1h 55m. The film was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
Who stars in Captains Courageous?
Captains Courageous stars Freddie Bartholomew, Spencer Tracy, Lionel Barrymore and Melvyn Douglas. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Captains Courageous available in HD?
Yes, Captains Courageous is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.