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The Ship That Died (1938)

This MGM An Historical Mystery short traces the final voyage of the Mary Celeste, a ship discovered at sea, in December 1872, devoid - for no discernible reason - of crew, passengers and captain. At "the famed nautical court of Gibraltar", investigators propose three hypotheses.

  • Drama

Top billed cast

  • Photo of John NesbittJohn NesbittNarrator (voice)
  • Photo of Leonard PennLeonard PennRescue Ship Crewman
  • Photo of Rhea MitchellRhea MitchellPassenger on Mary Celeste
  • Photo of Harry AllenHarry AllenBos'n of Rescue Ship
  • Photo of Lee PratherLee PratherMinor Role
  • Photo of Richard AlexanderRichard AlexanderCrewman of Mary Celeste
  • Photo of Francis X. Bushman Jr.Francis X. Bushman Jr.Minor Role (uncredited)
  • Photo of Edward KilroyEdward KilroyMinor Role (uncredited)
  • Photo of Claude KingClaude KingChief Officer of Ship Inquiry Board (uncredited)
  • Photo of Frank ShannonFrank ShannonMinor Role (uncredited)

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