How to Command a Nuclear Submarine (2011): S01E01 – For Your Eyes Only

Introduction Following the story of the Royal Navy’s legendary Perisher Course, “How to Command a Nuclear Submarine” charts the progress of five young officers putting their careers on the line in their bids to qualify to command a nuclear submarine. Outline We meet five young officers who participate in the Perisher Course as they begin…

Andrew Marshall

11/10/2021

1–2 minutes

Military Documentary, Naval Warfare, Perisher Course, Royal Navy, Submarine

Introduction

Following the story of the Royal Navy’s legendary Perisher Course, “How to Command a Nuclear Submarine” charts the progress of five young officers putting their careers on the line in their bids to qualify to command a nuclear submarine.

Outline

We meet five young officers who participate in the Perisher Course as they begin the all-important sea phase of the programme. Four come from the Royal Navy and one American is from the US Navy, which regularly sends one of their top officers on the course.

How to Command a Nuclear Submarine Series

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 14 March 2011.
Running Time: 46 minutes.
Rating: 13+.
Country: UK.
Language: English.