Lifeline to Victory (1993)
Paul Devereaux is a second officer with lots of experience with merchant ships. But this is World War II and the Royal Canadian Navy desperately needs experienced officers. Paul is thus given command of his own ship. However, in early 1940's, Canadian Navy does not have the biggest budget nor the most qualified enlisted men. Paul's ship must escort merchant ship to Europe and back and take part in the longest naval battle in history.
Director: Eric Till
Genre: Drama, War
Release Date: March 1, 1993
Cast
- Michael Riley - Paul Devereaux
- Simon Reynolds - Mac McNaughton
- Michael Hogan - Chief Engineer
- Henry Czerny - Petty Officer Lang (Coxswain)
- Robyn Stevan - Ivy
- David Hemblen - Oldbest
- Gary Vermeir - Collins (Executive Officer)
- Martin Julien - Canelli
- Elizabeth Marmur - Ann Conwell
- Adrian Hough - Harry Conwell
Screenplay
Production: Primedia Productions, Cochran Entertainment Inc.
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
The Horror of War and Humanity
Keywords
sea, world war ii
More Films by Director: Eric Till
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Lifeline to Victory about?
- Paul Devereaux is a second officer with lots of experience with merchant ships. But this is World War II and the Royal Canadian Navy desperately needs experienced officers. Paul is thus given command of his own ship. However, in early 1940's, Canadian Navy does not have the biggest budget nor the most qualified enlisted men. Paul's ship must escort merchant ship to Europe and back and take part in the longest naval battle in history.
- Who directed Lifeline to Victory?
- Lifeline to Victory was directed by Eric Till.
- Who stars in Lifeline to Victory?
- Lifeline to Victory stars Michael Riley, Simon Reynolds, Michael Hogan, Henry Czerny, Robyn Stevan, David Hemblen.
- What genre is Lifeline to Victory?
- Lifeline to Victory is a Drama, War film.
- Where was Lifeline to Victory produced?
- Lifeline to Victory was produced in Canada.
- What are the themes of Lifeline to Victory?
- The themes of Lifeline to Victory include: The Horror of War and Humanity.