The German battleship "Bismarck" is the terror of the North Sea and a thorn in the side of the British. When, after a futile search, an English reconnaissance plane finally locates the battleship, the decisive battle ensues... On May 27, 1941, the merciless agony began, in which over 4,000 sailors died. The film impressively shows what happened that night... In the gripping war drama »The Last Voyage of the Bismarck«, Kenneth More as Captain Jonathan Shepard leads the British fleet in a merciless hunt for the dreaded German battleship Bismarck. On board the Bismarck, Captain Lindemann and Admiral Lütjens have to do everything they can to defend themselves against the British. With spectacular special effects, rare original footage and an intense staging by Lewis Gilbert, who was celebrated for his outstanding direction, the film captivates from the very first moment. It shows the decisive battle on May 27, 1941, in which over 4,000 sailors lost their lives, and combines historical accuracy with cinematic excitement. Nominated for the 1960 Laurel Awards for Best Action Drama, this film is a must-see for all lovers of history, suspense and epic cinema.