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The Fighting Seabees (1944)

Movie ★ 6.2 100 min

Construction workers in World War II in the Pacific are needed to build military sites, but the work is dangerous and they doubt the ability of the Navy to protect them. After a series of attacks by the Japanese, something new is tried, Construction Battalions (CBs=Seabees). The new CBs have to both build and be ready to fight.

Edward Ludwig Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 27, 1944
Runtime
100 min
Rating
NR
Budget
$1.5M
IMDb
tt0036824
Language

Cast

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Hell in the Pacific 1968 ★ 7.0
Air Strike 2018 ★ 5.1
Air Force 1943 ★ 6.5
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Frequently asked questions

What is The Fighting Seabees about?
Construction workers in World War II in the Pacific are needed to build military sites, but the work is dangerous and they doubt the ability of the Navy to protect them. After a series of attacks by the Japanese, something new is tried, Construction Battalions (CBs=Seabees). The new CBs have to both build and be ready to fight.
Who directed The Fighting Seabees?
The Fighting Seabees was directed by Edward Ludwig.
Who stars in The Fighting Seabees?
The Fighting Seabees stars John Wayne, Susan Hayward, Dennis O'Keefe, William Frawley.
When was The Fighting Seabees released?
The Fighting Seabees is a 1944 drama, action, war film.
Where can I watch The Fighting Seabees?
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