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The Riddle of the Sands (1979)

Movie ★ 6.1 103 min

Action Drama

In the early years of the 20th Century, two British yachtsmen (Michael York and Simon MacCorkindale) stumble upon a German plot to invade the east coast of England in a flotilla of specially designed barges. They set out to thwart this terrible scheme, but must outwit not only the cream of the German Navy, but the feared Kaiser Wilhelm himself.

Tony Maylam Director

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Quick facts

Released
October 2, 1979
Runtime
103 min
IMDb
tt0079808
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Cast

Simon MacCorkindale Simon MacCorkindale Arthur Davies Michael York Michael York Charles Carruthers Jenny Agutter Jenny Agutter Clara Dollmann Alan Badel Alan Badel Dollmann Jürgen Andersen Von Brüning Michael Sheard Michael Sheard Boehme Olga Lowe Frau Dollmann Hans Meyer Hans Meyer Grimm Wolf Kahler Wolf Kahler Kaiser Wilhelm II Ronald Markham Withers

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Riddle of the Sands about?
In the early years of the 20th Century, two British yachtsmen (Michael York and Simon MacCorkindale) stumble upon a German plot to invade the east coast of England in a flotilla of specially designed barges. They set out to thwart this terrible scheme, but must outwit not only the cream of the German Navy, but the feared Kaiser Wilhelm himself.
Who directed The Riddle of the Sands?
The Riddle of the Sands was directed by Tony Maylam.
Who stars in The Riddle of the Sands?
The Riddle of the Sands stars Simon MacCorkindale, Michael York, Jenny Agutter, Alan Badel.
When was The Riddle of the Sands released?
The Riddle of the Sands is a 1979 action, drama film.
Where can I watch The Riddle of the Sands?
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