Return from the River Kwai (1989)
Return from the River Kwai is a 1989 war movie directed by Andrew V. McLaglen, with a running time of 1h 41m. It stars Edward Fox, George Takei and Chris Penn.
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.
Quick answers
What is Return from the River Kwai about?
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.
When was Return from the River Kwai released?
Return from the River Kwai was released on 7 April 1989.
How long is Return from the River Kwai?
Return from the River Kwai runs 1h 41m.
Who made Return from the River Kwai?
Return from the River Kwai was directed by Andrew V. McLaglen.
Cast
- Edward Fox as Major Benford
- George Takei as Lieutenant Tanaka
- Chris Penn as Lieutenant Crawford
- Denholm Elliott as Colonel Grayson
- Timothy Bottoms as Seaman Miller
- Nick Tate as Lt. Commander Hunt
- Richard Graham as Sergeant Perry
- Paul Holme as Benford's Patient
- Tatsuya Nakadai as Major Harada
- Ronnie Lazaro as Boonrod
- Anna Maria Tirol as Meo Girl
- Andres Tepongco as Anon