It was the sister ship of the infamous Titanic... and its final destiny was the same. Experience the true untold story of Britannic, a tumultuous, epic voyage of human passion, courage and betrayal aboard an ill-fated ocean liner bound for a shattering demise. With the world at war, an undercover British agent (Amanda Ryan), embarks the Britannic in search of a German spy believed to be on board to sabotage the ship. Posing as a governess, the undercover agent finds herself falling in love with the ship's chaplain (Edward Atterton). In a stunning discovery, the lovers suddenly find themselves enemies of war. And when a massive explosion deals a deathblow to the ship, their battle becomes one for their own survival. With a dynamic, international cast and a story line that hosts a chilling tale of espionage, politics and romance, Britannic brings one of history's most devastating events to riveting, new life.
Production
Surprisingly ambitious ship sets for a TV movie budget.
Costume
Edwardian nurse and governess looks that serve drama.
Director
Brian Trenchard-Smith
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Director Brian Trenchard-Smith was an Australian exploitation legend who also made Leprechaun 3 and a TV movie about the Hindenburg — he had a whole 'disaster vehicles' phase.
The real HMHS Britannic sank in 55 minutes with only 30 deaths thanks to improved safety measures — the film's body count and timeline are dramatically inflated for tension.
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