Synopsis
A group of war prisoners has spilt blood, sweat and tears to construct a bridge over the river Kwai in Thailand. Just when the bridge is ready, an American bomber arrives and destroys it. Camp commander Tanaka wants to set an example and orders that some of the prisoners must be executed. Just in time major Harada arrives with orders that the healthiest prisoners must be transported to Japan by train and boat. A treacherous journey since the allied forces keep a close eye on railroads and practically own the seas.
Ratings
IMDb4.9/10
29 audience votes
Key crew
- Andrew V. McLaglenDirector
- Lalo SchifrinOriginal Music Composer
- Sargon TamimiWriter
- Paul MayersbergWriter
Cast
- Edward FoxMajor Benford
- George TakeiLieutenant Tanaka
- Chris PennLieutenant Crawford
- Denholm ElliottColonel Grayson
- Timothy BottomsSeaman Miller
- Nick TateLt. Commander Hunt
- Richard GrahamSergeant Perry
- Paul HolmeBenford's Patient
- Tatsuya NakadaiMajor Harada
- Ronnie LazaroBoonrod
- Anna Maria TirolMeo Girl
- Andres TepongcoAnon
Stills
Themes
world war iipacific war