Is Submarine Alert Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (1943)

📖 The Core Premise

Submarine Alert returns to the screen in 1943, bringing a fresh narrative to the Action, Thriller, War genre. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Nazi spies use a stolen shortwave transmitter prototype to broadcast top secret shipping info to an offshore Japanese sub. To nab the spy ring, the Government has the West Coast's top radio engineers fired and shadowed to see if the Nazis recruit them to complete work on the prototype radio. Radio engineer Lew Deerhold, a resident alien without a job to pay for his adorable little ward Gina's life-saving operation, falls prey to the spy ring, and is swept up in a maelstrom of deceit and danger."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Unfortunately, Richard Arlen feels underutilized in a role that lacks depth. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Action. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Submarine Alert worth your time? If you appreciate Action, Thriller, War films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Submarine Alert misses the mark on several fronts. With a runtime of 66 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Skip It.