#OTD in 1995, the thriller "Crimson Tide" starring Gene Hackman and Denzel Washington was released. Because the plot focused on a mutiny on a submarine, the Navy declined to assist in the production. The director got the submarine shots he needed by hiring boats and helicopters to chase down USS Alabama (SSBN-731) when it was spotted leaving Pearl Harbor. | U.S. Naval Institute

Crimson Tide (1995) 35mm Theatrical Trailer On a U.S. nuclear missile sub, a young First Officer stages a mutiny to prevent his trigger-happy Captain from launching his missiles before confirming his orders to do so. #crimsontide #genehackman #denzelwashington #tonyscott #90smovies #35mm #35mmtrailer | Retro Reels