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Dunkirk

March 20, 1958 2h 14m 6.8/10 (68 votes)

Originally released in 1958. Dunkirk is a drama/war film. directed by Leslie Norman. With a runtime of 2h 14m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring John Mills, Richard Attenborough, and Bernard Lee

Synopsis

A British Corporal in France finds himself responsible for the lives of his men when their officer is killed. He has to get them back to Britain somehow. Meanwhile, British civilians are being dragged into the war with Operation Dynamo, the scheme to get the French and British forces back from the Dunkirk beaches. Some come forward to help, others were less willing.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 20, 1958 67 years ago
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Runtime 2h 14m 134 minutes total
User Rating 6.8/10 Good (68 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Ealing Studios
  • Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dunkirk about?

A British Corporal in France finds himself responsible for the lives of his men when their officer is killed. He has to get them back to Britain somehow. Meanwhile, British civilians are being drag...

Who directed Dunkirk?

Dunkirk was directed by Leslie Norman.

How long is Dunkirk?

Dunkirk has a runtime of 2 hours and 14 minutes (134 minutes total).

When was Dunkirk released?

Dunkirk was released on March 20, 1958 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Dunkirk?

The main cast of Dunkirk includes John Mills, Richard Attenborough, Bernard Lee, Robert Urquhart, Ray Jackson.