In the midst of a global crisis, the USS Alabama receives an unconfirmed order to launch its nuclear missiles. The tension quickly rises as the sub's respected commander and his brilliant executive officer clash over the validity of their orders, battling each other for control of the sub.

MPAA rating: R; for strong language.

Hollywood Pictures presents a Don Simpson and Jerry Bruckheimer production ; directed by Tony Scott ; produced by Don Simpson, Jerry Bruckheimer ; screenplay by Michael Schiffer.

Videodisc release of a 1995 motion picture.

Denzel Washington, Gene Hackman, George Dzundza, Viggo Mortensen, James Gandolfini, Matt Craven.

English or French audio tracks with optional English or Spanish subtitles ; closed-captioned.

Music, Hans Zimmer ; editor, Chris Lebenzon ; production designer, Michael White ; director of photography, Dariusz Wolski ; executive producers, Bill Unger, Lucas Foster, Mike Moder ; story, Michael Schiffer, Richard P. Henrick.