The Sinking of the Laconia

The Sinking of the Laconia (2011)

EndedScripted showDrama, War, History

Two-part drama based on the true story of the Allied ship Laconia, sunk in WWII by a German U-Boat, which then surfaced against orders to rescue the civilian crew.

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Scheduleevery Thursday, Friday at 20:15 (90 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E02Episode 2Jan. 7, 2011
S01E01Episode 1Jan. 6, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Sinking of the Laconia' premiere?

'The Sinking of the Laconia' premiered on Thursday, January 6, 2011.

Who is the director of the TV show 'The Sinking of the Laconia'?

Uwe Janson is the director of 'The Sinking of the Laconia.'

Which famous actors starred in 'The Sinking of the Laconia'?

Some of the famous actors who starred in 'The Sinking of the Laconia' are Andrew Buchan, Franka Potente, and Ken Duken.

What is 'The Sinking of the Laconia' about?

'The Sinking of the Laconia' is a TV show that tells the story of the Laconia incident, which took place during World War II.

How many episodes are there in 'The Sinking of the Laconia'?

'The Sinking of the Laconia' has two episodes.

When was the second episode of 'The Sinking of the Laconia' aired?

The second episode of 'The Sinking of the Laconia' was aired on Friday, January 7, 2011.

What was the viewers' reaction to 'The Sinking of the Laconia'?

The viewers' reactions to 'The Sinking of the Laconia' were generally positive.

Was 'The Sinking of the Laconia' a limited series?

Yes, 'The Sinking of the Laconia' was a limited series.

Who wrote the screenplay for 'The Sinking of the Laconia'?

Alan Bleasdale is the writer of the screenplay for 'The Sinking of the Laconia.'

Is 'The Sinking of the Laconia' a true story?

Yes, 'The Sinking of the Laconia' is based on a true story.

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Also known as

  • A Laconia elsüllyesztése (Hungary)

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