Greyhound

The 2020 American war film directed by Aaron Schneider, with a screenplay by Tom Hanks, is based on C. S. Forester's novel "The Good Shepherd." Set during the early days of World War II, the story follows Commander Ernest Krause (Tom Hanks) on his first wartime assignment, leading a multinational escort group of four destroyers tasked with defending a convoy of 37 Allied ships from German U-boat attacks in the Atlantic Ocean. The film focuses on the intense naval battles and strategic decisions faced by Krause, highlighting the psychological toll and leadership challenges inherent in such missions. Stephen Graham portrays Lieutenant Commander Charlie Cole, Rob Morgan plays cook Cleveland, and Elisabeth Shue appears as Evelyn, Krause's love interest. "Greyhound" is noted for its realistic depiction of naval warfare, emphasizing crew interactions and the constant tension of command decisions. Originally slated for theatrical release on June 12, 2020, the film's premiere was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, leading Apple TV+ to acquire distribution rights and release it digitally on July 10, 2020. The film received positive reviews for its action sequences and concise storytelling, earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Sound.