A biographical sketch of one of America's most famous generals. While delivering the farewell address to the students of West Point in 1962, General Douglas MacArthur (Gregory Peck) reflects on the events of his life: his achievements as the head of the American forces in the Pacific during World War II, his years governing postwar Japan, and his final campaign in Korea which led to clashes with President Harry S. Truman and his subsequent dismissal.
While delivering the farewell address to the students of West Point in 1962, General Douglas MacArthur reflects on the events of his life: his achievements as the head of the American forces in the Pacific during World War II, his years governing post-war Japan, and his final campaign in Korea which lead to clashes with President Harry S Truman.
Additional cast: Addison Powell (as Admiral Nimitz), Tom Rosqui (General Sampson), Garry Walberg (General Walker), Lane Allen (General Marquat), Jesse Dixon (Castro), Gerald S. Peters (General Blamey), and Alex Rodine (General Derevyanko).
Alternate title: "MacArthur the Rebel General."
Filmed in Technicolor.
Film ran 144 minutes at trade screenings, but was further cut for general release. The New York Times listed the running time as 122 minutes.
DVD Features:
Region 1
Keep Case
Letterbox - 1.85
Widescreen - 1.85
Additional Release Material:
Trailers: Original Theatrical Trailer
Interactive Features:
Interactive Menus
Scene Access
Cinematographer
Mario Tosi: American Diretor of Photography
Art Director
John Lloyd:
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Review 1:
"...Peck is remarkably good....At unexpected moments, it's so moving."
Source: New York Times
p.C8 07/01/1977
Review 2:
"...It does feature one of Gregory Peck's most assured and astute performances in the central role..."
Source: Sight and Sound
p.64 07/01/2001