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Following a nuclear war that devastates the entire northern hemisphere, the crew of an American navy submarine must fight to stay alive. Their struggle for survival forms the core of the drama. The film stars Gregory Peck and Ava Gardner as they navigate the bleak aftermath.

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is a programme presented in the form of a movie, classified within the drama genre. It is listed simply as a programme, and its title is the only identifier given for the work itself. The storyline centres on a catastrophic nuclear conflict that wipes out the whole northern hemisphere. In the aftermath, the narrative follows the crew of an American navy submarine as they try to stay alive amidst the widespread devastation. Their struggle for survival forms the core of the plot. The production features the well‑known actors Gregory Peck and Ava Gardner, who are the only cast members mentioned. Their involvement is highlighted as a key element of the drama, indicating that they play principal roles in the unfolding events. Overall, the programme portrays a bleak post‑war environment and concentrates on the submarine crew’s attempts to endure after the northern half of the world has been destroyed. The focus remains on their efforts to survive in a landscape altered by nuclear catastrophe, delivering a stark depiction of life after such a disaster.

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On the Beach broadcasts on Sky Arts at 1:00pm, Sunday, 8 February 2026. (Subtitles)

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Production Details

Year1959
Runtime129 mins
DirectorStanley Kramer

Cast & Crew

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John Tateas Admiral Bridie
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Fred Astaireas Julian Osborn
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Fred AstaireActor
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Anthony Perkinsas Lt Peter Holmes
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Donna Andersonas Mary Holmes
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Gregory Peckas Cmdr Dwight Lionel Towers
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Ava Gardneras Moira Davidson