The Thin Red Line
"Every man fights his own war."
Originally released in 1998. The Thin Red Line is a drama/history film. directed by Terrence Malick. With a runtime of 2h 51m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Jim Caviezel, Nick Nolte, and Sean Penn
Synopsis
The story of a group of men, an Army Rifle company called C-for-Charlie, who change, suffer, and ultimately make essential discoveries about themselves during the fierce World War II battle of Guadalcanal. It follows their journey, from the surprise of an unopposed landing, through the bloody and exhausting battles that follow, to the ultimate departure of those who survived.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 23, 1998
27 years ago
Runtime
2h 51m
171 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (3,199 votes)
Budget
$52M
Production budget
Box Office
$98.1M
1.9x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Jim Caviezel
as Pvt. Robert Witt
Nick Nolte
as Lt. Col. Gordon Tall
Sean Penn
as 1st Sgt. Edward Welsh
Ben Chaplin
as Pvt. Jack Bell
Elias Koteas
as Capt. James Staros
John Cusack
as Capt. John Gaff
Dash Mihok
as Pfc. Don Doll
John C. Reilly
as Sgt. Maynard Storm
Woody Harrelson
as Sgt. William Keck
Miranda Otto
as Marty Bell
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $52,000,000
- Revenue
- $98,126,565
Production Companies
- Fox 2000 Pictures
- Phoenix Pictures
- George Stevens Jr. Productions
- Geisler-Roberdeau Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Thin Red Line about?
The story of a group of men, an Army Rifle company called C-for-Charlie, who change, suffer, and ultimately make essential discoveries about themselves during the fierce World War II battle of Guad...
Who directed The Thin Red Line?
The Thin Red Line was directed by Terrence Malick.
How long is The Thin Red Line?
The Thin Red Line has a runtime of 2 hours and 51 minutes (171 minutes total).
When was The Thin Red Line released?
The Thin Red Line was released on December 23, 1998 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Thin Red Line?
The main cast of The Thin Red Line includes Jim Caviezel, Nick Nolte, Sean Penn, Ben Chaplin, Elias Koteas.
Is The Thin Red Line worth watching?
The Thin Red Line has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 3,199 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.