Lifeline to Victory (1993)

10.0/10 • 94 min • Drama War

Overview

Paul Devereaux is a second officer with lots of experience with merchant ships. But in World War II the Royal Canadian Navy desperately needed experienced officers. Paul is given command of his own ship. However, in early 1940's, Canadian Navy is not prepared for war. Paul's ship must escort merchant vessels to Europe and back, taking part in the longest naval battle in history.

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

Martin Julien

Canelli

Elizabeth Marmur

Ann Conwell

Adrian Hough

Harry Conwell

Sam Mancuso

Dimitri

Jeremy Akerman

Prescott

Bernard Robichaud

Tiffey

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