Billy Budd

Billy Budd -

Movie

1962

2 HOURS 3 MINS

Drama

An adaptation of Herman Melville’s novella, the tragic story of a young sailor who becomes embroiled in a conflict with his oppressive superior officer during the Napoleonic Wars.

Upcoming TV Airings

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Saturday, May 4

Melville's sailor hero (Terence Stamp) opposes Claggart (Robert Ryan), the cruel master-at-arms.