Friendly Fire
"In war, the only thing worse than death is not knowing the truth."
Originally released in 1980. Friendly Fire is a drama/war film. directed by David Greene. With a runtime of 2h 27m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Carol Burnett, Ned Beatty, and Dennis Erdman
Synopsis
In March 1970, a U.S. Army officer arrived at the Iowa farm of Peg and Gene Mullen and informed them that their son Michael had been killed in Vietnam by "friendly fire." Their determined attempts to learn more about the circumstances of their son's death are the subject of this true account film.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 9, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
2h 27m
147 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Marble Arch Productions
- ABC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Friendly Fire about?
In March 1970, a U.S. Army officer arrived at the Iowa farm of Peg and Gene Mullen and informed them that their son Michael had been killed in Vietnam by "friendly fire." Their determined attempts ...
Who directed Friendly Fire?
Friendly Fire was directed by David Greene.
How long is Friendly Fire?
Friendly Fire has a runtime of 2 hours and 27 minutes (147 minutes total).
When was Friendly Fire released?
Friendly Fire was released on November 9, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Friendly Fire?
The main cast of Friendly Fire includes Carol Burnett, Ned Beatty, Dennis Erdman, Sherry Hursey, Timothy Hutton.