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Le commando de sa majesté

Original title: The Sea Wolves
  • 1980
  • Tous publics
  • 2h
IMDb RATING
6.3/10
5.7K
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David Niven, Gregory Peck, Roger Moore, Trevor Howard, and Barbara Kellerman in Le commando de sa majesté (1980)
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During World War II, British Intelligence brings a crew of ex-soldiers out of retirement, using their age as cover, to take to the seas and pull off an unlikely undercover mission in neutral... Read allDuring World War II, British Intelligence brings a crew of ex-soldiers out of retirement, using their age as cover, to take to the seas and pull off an unlikely undercover mission in neutral Goa.During World War II, British Intelligence brings a crew of ex-soldiers out of retirement, using their age as cover, to take to the seas and pull off an unlikely undercover mission in neutral Goa.

  • Director
    • Andrew V. McLaglen
  • Writers
    • James Leasor
    • Reginald Rose
  • Stars
    • Gregory Peck
    • Roger Moore
    • David Niven
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.3/10
    5.7K
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    • Director
      • Andrew V. McLaglen
    • Writers
      • James Leasor
      • Reginald Rose
    • Stars
      • Gregory Peck
      • Roger Moore
      • David Niven
    • 68User reviews
    • 14Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Gregory Peck
    Gregory Peck
    • Colonel Lewis Pugh
    Roger Moore
    Roger Moore
    • Captain Gavin Stewart
    David Niven
    David Niven
    • Colonel W. H. Grice
    Trevor Howard
    Trevor Howard
    • Jack Cartwright
    Barbara Kellerman
    Barbara Kellerman
    • 'Mrs. Cromwell'
    • (as Barbara Kellermann)
    Patrick Macnee
    Patrick Macnee
    • Major Yogi Crossley
    Kenneth Griffith
    Kenneth Griffith
    • Wilton
    Patrick Allen
    Patrick Allen
    • Colin Mackenzie
    Wolf Kahler
    Wolf Kahler
    • Trompeta
    Robert Hoffmann
    Robert Hoffmann
    • U-Boat Captain
    Dan van Husen
    Dan van Husen
    • First Officer
    • (as Dan Van Husen)
    George Mikell
    • Ehrenfels Captain
    Jürgen Andersen
    • First Officer
    • (as Jurgen Andersen)
    Bernard Archard
    Bernard Archard
    • Underhill
    Martin Benson
    Martin Benson
    • Mr. Montero
    Faith Brook
    Faith Brook
    • Mrs. Grice
    Allan Cuthbertson
    Allan Cuthbertson
    • Melborne
    Edward Dentith
    Edward Dentith
    • Lumsdaine
    • Director
      • Andrew V. McLaglen
    • Writers
      • James Leasor
      • Reginald Rose
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    User reviews68

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    rich52

    Retired British veterans retire German shipping.

    A neutral Portugese port in India has three German cargo ships in it. One of them is believed to contain a hidden short wave radio that is transmitting the locations of British war ships to U-Boats, costing the British Navy dearly in the Indian Ocean. Because the port is neutral, Allied forces are not allowed to enter and destroy the radio. A plan is finally devised to use aged retired members of the, no longer in use, Calcutta Light Horse, who are now enjoying the joys of civilian life. But, is there really a radio in the harbor? If so, which ship is it on? This is quite an entertaining film, especially for those who enjoy (and remember) Gregory Peck, David Niven, Trevor Howard, and many many more British actors.
    7Paul_Jay

    Very enjoyable tale

    Yes, Peck had a hard time with holding a British accent, Costner's Robin Hood didn't even try.

    Yes, there were a bunch of older actors in it, it's about older characters.

    No, it doesn't have an explosion a minute or a bunch of hard bodied guys or gorgeous babes, that's not what this movie is about and it doesn't need them.

    It's about a bunch of geezer who, despite being a bit over the hill, still have some sense of adventure and a bit of fight left in them.

    When viewed from that perspective this movie does the job very well.

    It doesn't need the repeated and obviously fake explosions and computer generated torn body parts that seems to be the requisite for contemporary adventure films. It's a relatively subdued spinning of a yarn based (loosely, I suppose) on a true story.

    It's heartwarming to watch the bunch of old soldiers (admitedly, not too much older than myself) pull it together one more time.

    On one of those cold, bleak winter afternoons when you're feeling that you might have missed out on a few of life's adventures, watch this movie and let yourself think, maybe, just maybe there's still a chance to live them.
    6joblack

    Entertaining and Historical -- Falls a Little Short on Both

    I would concur with the previous reviewers comments, though perhaps a little less enthusiastically. The Sea Wolves is entertaining, owing largely to a cast of good British actors. I saw this film on the History Channel, and as World War II buff, my interest in the film is largely around its wartime premise. I don't mind that the film makers have exercised minor artistic license with some of the story. It's often essential for good film storytelling.

    In this case, the true story, which was declassified by the British government in 1978, two years before the making of the film, is such a good story that little embellishment is needed to make a good film. I suspect that in this film the romantic exploits of Roger Moore are fiction, but no matter. My favorite films of the war genre, "Force 10 from Navarone" and "The Dirty Dozen" are historical fiction. The Sea Wolves has a similar element of misfit commandos, which is really tautology. Both Force 10 from Navarone and The Dirty Dozen are wildly humorous. Having served in two wars, I recall much of what happened as humorous to the point of farce, equally mixed with the parts that were serious, including a few terrifying experiences. A few brief moments of terror can go a long way, when experienced in real life, but not nearly as far when watched on the screen. Therefore, film makers typically alter the mixture, adding more action to keep us riveted. Like the historical epics films, based on the books of Connelious Ryan ("The Longest Day" and "A Bridge Too Far"), The Sea Wolves seems to strive to be faithful to the actual events, and in doing so, ends up being a little slow in the start.

    My harshest criticisms of the Sea Wolves are that its cinematography is rather uninspired, and its costumes are a disappointing to the historical enthusiast. Some of the uniforms and civilian clothes appeared to be reproductions in synthetic fabrics not used at the time. Also, as is typical of studio productions, some of the hairstyles were more influenced by contemporary styles than faithful renditions of the styles of the period. The film was shot entirely on location in India, where the authenticity of the sets and extras offer some consolation for the film's other failings.

    In summary, The Sea Wolves, while having the makings of two kinds of great war movies-- the entertaining all-star blockbuster and the ultra-accurate historical epic-- but fails to fully deliver either. Still, a good story and competent acting make it work a look. In doing a little research on the Web, I was able to locate a book, entitled "Boarding Party: The Last Action of the Calcutta Light Horse." The reviews of the book on Amazon are very promising for both entertainment and history. The film has got me interested, so I'll be sure to read it.
    8msinabottle

    Intrigue and Adventure for Adults

    A ponderous, but stately homage to the British Empire and the actual superlative function of British Intelligence. It is beautifully photographed, and in no hurry, which is somewhat refreshing in the light of modern, hyperactive drama. The film features solid acting by some great names supported by a prime polo stable of British character actors. The film makes a conscious effort to keep close to the historical record, which would be the reason for some of its more unlikely episodes. Only the writers of fiction need restrict themselves to the probable.

    David Niven is worthy of himself, as is Gregory Peck, with an underplayed British accent. Roger Moore has a great deal of fun being a spy who is NOT James Bond, and is clearly enjoying the role. His feminine antagonist is portrayed as lethal and skilled, and Trevor Howard does himself credit in advanced old age.

    The film's accurate sets and equipment are the results of many of the actual parties involved assisting in the film, which was made two years after the actual records of the Raid on Goa were finally made public by the British government.
    7fineanimal

    Jolly good show

    Based on a true story, the Sea Wolves are a geriatric impossible mission team called back to duty after 40 years of retirement with the offer of a dangerous mission that carries no hope of reward or recognition for their efforts. And they jump at the chance!

    The movie itself is rather average, but the story is great fun, and more suspensible at times than one might expect. It suffers only from a decidedly 1970s made-for-television feel to the production, though the story is set in 1943. But even this drawback is ameliorated somewhat by closing credits where images of the real-life heroes from World War II are juxtaposed with those of the actors who immortalized their heroism in this film. Well worth watching.

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    • Trivia
      Four actual German survivors of the raid on Goa by the Hopper Barge "Phoebe" acted as advisors on this movie.
    • Goofs
      The setting of the film is WWII, but the haircut and clothes of most actors and extras are part of late-1970s fashion.
    • Quotes

      Jack Cartwright: [as Grice drives full speed toward the club] If we're going for a drink, I want to be alive to enjoy it!

    • Crazy credits
      Closing credits: Although this film is based on the true exploits of certain members of The Calcutta Light Horse, some fictitious events and characters have been introduced and in those instances, any similarity to actual persons (living or dead) or to actual events is purely coincidental.
    • Connections
      Featured in The Last of the Gentleman Producers (2004)
    • Soundtracks
      The Precious Moments
      Music by Richard Addinsell (from "The Warsaw Concerto")

      Lyrics by Leslie Bricusse

      Sung by Matt Monro

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    • Release date
      • August 6, 1980 (France)
    • Countries of origin
      • United Kingdom
      • United States
      • Switzerland
    • Languages
      • English
      • German
      • Portuguese
    • Also known as
      • The Sea Wolves
    • Filming locations
      • Goa, India
    • Production companies
      • Lorimar Productions
      • Richmond Light Horse Productions
      • Varius Entertainment Trading A.G.
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    • Budget
      • $12,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $220,181
    • Gross worldwide
      • $220,181
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    • Runtime
      2 hours
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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