Stand by for Action
“The mightiest naval drama of all time!”
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U. S. Navy Lieutenant Gregg Masterman, of The Harvard and Boston Back Bay Mastermans, learned about the sea while winning silver cups sailing his yacht. He climbs swiftly in rank, and is now Junior Aide to Rear Admiral Stephen Thomas.
Cast
Robert Taylor
as Lieut. Gregg Masterman
Charles Laughton
as Rear Admiral Stephen Thomas
Brian Donlevy
as Lieut. Cmdr. Martin Roberts
Walter Brennan
as Chief Yeoman Henry Johnson
Chill Wills
as Mate Jenks, Chef-Bootsmann
Marilyn Maxwell
as Audrey Carr
Henry O'Neill
as Cmdr. Stone M.C
Marta Linden
as Mary Collins
Douglass Dumbrille
as Capt. Ludlow
Richard Quine
as Ensign Lindsay
William Tannen
as Flag Lt. Dudley
Douglas Fowley
as Ensign Martin
Tim Ryan
as Lt. Tim Ryan
Dick Simmons
as Lt. (jg) Royce
Byron Foulger
as Pharmacist's Mate 'Doc' Miller
Hobart Cavanaugh
as Carpenter's Mate 'Chips'
Inez Cooper
as Susan Garrison
Ben Welden
as Chief Quartermaster Rankin
Harry Fleischmann
as Chief Signalman
Douglas Wood
as Sen. Masterman (uncredited)
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Stream Stand by for Action online free in HD on CineFlixo. A well-rated action, drama, war, and comedy movie originally produced in Inglés and released in 1942, it's earned a solid 7.1/10 from 12 viewers worldwide.
About Stand by for Action
“The mightiest naval drama of all time!”
U. S. Navy Lieutenant Gregg Masterman, of The Harvard and Boston Back Bay Mastermans, learned about the sea while winning silver cups sailing his yacht. He climbs swiftly in rank, and is now Junior Aide to Rear Admiral Stephen Thomas. Running 109 minutes.
Stand by for Action Cast and Characters
The cast features Robert Taylor (as Lieut. Gregg Masterman), Charles Laughton (as Rear Admiral Stephen Thomas), Brian Donlevy (as Lieut. Cmdr. Martin Roberts), Walter Brennan (as Chief Yeoman Henry Johnson), and Chill Wills (as Mate Jenks, Chef-Bootsmann). Their performances are a major reason Stand by for Action has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Stand by for Action NowWhy People Are Watching Stand by for Action
Stand by for Action flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts, sharp comedic timing that lands consistently, and action sequences that don't feel cheap. If you enjoy Inglés storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How long is Stand by for Action?
Stand by for Action runs for 109 minutes (about 1.8 hours).
Is Stand by for Action good? What's the rating?
Stand by for Action holds a 7.1/10 rating based on 12 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of Stand by for Action?
The main cast includes Robert Taylor, Charles Laughton, Brian Donlevy, and Walter Brennan, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Stand by for Action available in Inglés?
Yes — Stand by for Action was originally produced in Inglés and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Stand by for Action released?
Stand by for Action was released in 1942.
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What is Stand by for Action about?
Stand by for Action is a Action/Drama English-language film. U. S. Navy Lieutenant Gregg Masterman, of The Harvard and Boston Back Bay Mastermans, learned about the sea while winning silver cups sailing his yacht. He climbs swiftly in rank, and is now Junior Aide to Rear Admiral Stephen Thomas.
When was Stand by for Action released?
Stand by for Action was released on December 31, 1942. It has a runtime of 1h 49m. The film was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
Who stars in Stand by for Action?
Stand by for Action stars Robert Taylor, Charles Laughton, Brian Donlevy and Walter Brennan. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Stand by for Action available in HD?
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