The Battle of the River Plate
Synopsis
In the early months of World War II the German battleship, Admiral Graf Spee, threatens Allied shipping. Leading the British Royal Navy to deploy hunting groups to stop it. After a fierce battle off South America damages both sides, the Graf Spee takes refuge in Montevideo, Uruguay. Deceived by British misinformation about imminent reinforcements, Captain Hans Langsdorff ultimately orders the scuttling of his ship to prevent further loss of life, earning respect from his adversaries for his humane decision.
Production Info
Released
1956
Directed
Michael Powell
Emeric Pressburger
Starring
John Gregson
Anthony Quayle
Peter Finch
The Battle of the River Plate Scenes on Gozo
The launch alongside in Mgarr Harbour, Gozo, ready to take Captain McCall out to HMS Ajax.
The Battle of the River Plate Taste of Malta
The Battle of the River Plate Locations Map
Did you Know
The producers were fortunate enough to have access to many ships from the Royal Navy’s Mediterranean Fleet, including the HMS Sheffield, which played HMS Ajax.
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