A Separate Peace
"Gene remembered it all. That summer during World War II, the friendships at school, and most of all, the tree which changed their lives forever."
Originally released in 1972. A Separate Peace is a drama film. directed by Larry Peerce.
Starring John Heyl, Parker Stevenson, and William Roerick
Synopsis
Gene and Finny are two boys who are best friends living in 1943, at the height of World War II. The idea that the boys will most likely be drafted when they turn eighteen is surrounding them, and they are practically forced to live their lives to the fullest. The two boys attend the Devon School, which prepares them for military life that they will most likely be subjected to. The film begins with a narration by an older Gene, traveling back to Devon some years later. The thing he wishes most to see is the tree, which had a great effect on the boys' lives
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 27, 1972
53 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
User Rating
3.8/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
John Heyl
as Finny
Parker Stevenson
as Gene Forrester
William Roerick
as Mr. Patchwithers
Peter Brush
as Elwin “Leper” Lepellier
Victor Bevine
as Brinker Hadley
John E.A. Mackenzie
as Bobby Zane
Mark Trefethen
as John
Frank Wilich Jr.
as Cliff Quackenbush
Elizabeth B. Brewster
as Mrs. Patchwithers
Edward Echols
as Mr. Ludsbury
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Separate Peace about?
Gene and Finny are two boys who are best friends living in 1943, at the height of World War II. The idea that the boys will most likely be drafted when they turn eighteen is surrounding them, and t...
Who directed A Separate Peace?
A Separate Peace was directed by Larry Peerce.
How long is A Separate Peace?
A Separate Peace has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was A Separate Peace released?
A Separate Peace was released on September 27, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Separate Peace?
The main cast of A Separate Peace includes John Heyl, Parker Stevenson, William Roerick, Peter Brush, Victor Bevine.