In Enemy Hands

Set during the submarine warfare of World War II, this film follows the crew of the American submarine U.S.S. Swordfish. After their vessel is sunk by the German U-boat 429, the remaining American sailors are taken prisoner. While aboard the enemy ship, the captives and their captors face external threats from Allied destroyers and an internal crisis as a meningitis epidemic spreads through the crew. These shared dangers force the opposing soldiers to put aside their loyalties and work together to survive.

Directed by Tony Giglio, this was the first of six films in his directing career. The screenplay was written by Giglio along with John E. Deaver and Johnny Hartmann. The movie features a cast including William H. Macy, Til Schweiger, Scott Caan, Thomas Kretschmann, Lauren Holly, and Xander Berkeley, supported by 46 credited actors and 44 credited crew members.

Produced by companies including Splendid Pictures and Artisan Entertainment, the film was made with a budget of 5 million USD. It has received a moderate reception from viewers, holding a rating of 5.8/10 on TMDB based on 116 votes.