Is Submarine Raider Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (1942)

📖 The Core Premise

Submarine Raider returns to the screen in 1942, bringing a fresh narrative to the Drama, 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. "On December 6, 1941, Captain Yamanada of the Japanese aircraft carrier "Hiranamu", orders full steam ahead for Pearl Harbor. His ship encounters and sinks an American yacht and the single survivor, Sue Curry, is rescued by an American submarine, the "Sea Serpent", commanded by Commander Chris Warren. He hears her story and attempts to radio a warning to Pearl Harbor. Yamanada, hearing the signals, orders the airlines jammed, and then sends his son into the air to sink the sub. The attack fails, after the sub makes a crash dive, but they fail in their warning attempts. The next morning, December 7th, the men on the sub hear the story of the bombing of Pearl Harbor, and devise a desperate plan to sink the Japanese carrier by letting the carrier know their position. The carrier comes in search of the submarine."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In Submarine Raider, John Howard delivers a serviceable performance that keeps the narrative moving. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Drama. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Submarine Raider worth your time? If you appreciate Drama, 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 Raider is a mixed bag with some redeeming qualities. With a runtime of 64 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Watch on OTT.