The Red Badge of Courage (1951)
The Red Badge of Courage is a 1951 war movie directed by John Huston, with a running time of 1h 9m. It stars Audie Murphy, Bill Mauldin and Douglas Dick.
Henry Fleming is a young Union soldier in the American Civil War. During his unit's first engagement, Henry flees the battlefield in fear. When he learns that the Union actually won the battle, shame over his cowardice leads him to lie to his friend Tom and the other soldiers, saying that he had been injured in battle. However, when he learns that his unit will be leading a charge against the enemy, Henry takes the opportunity to face his fears and redeem himself.
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What is The Red Badge of Courage about?
Henry Fleming is a young Union soldier in the American Civil War. During his unit's first engagement, Henry flees the battlefield in fear. When he learns that the Union actually won the battle, shame over his cowardice leads him to lie to his friend Tom and the other soldiers, saying that he had been injured in battle. However, when he learns that his unit will be leading a charge against the enemy, Henry takes the opportunity to face his fears and redeem himself.
When was The Red Badge of Courage released?
The Red Badge of Courage was released on 27 September 1951.
How long is The Red Badge of Courage?
The Red Badge of Courage runs 1h 9m.
Who made The Red Badge of Courage?
The Red Badge of Courage was directed by John Huston.
Where can I watch The Red Badge of Courage?
The Red Badge of Courage is available on YouTube TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch The Red Badge of Courage
Stream: YouTube TV
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
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Cast
- Audie Murphy as The Youth
- Bill Mauldin as The Loud Soldier
- Douglas Dick as The Lieutenant
- Royal Dano as The Tattered Man
- John Dierkes as Jim Conklin - the Tall Soldier
- Arthur Hunnicutt as Bill Porter
- Tim Durant as The General
- Andy Devine as The Cheery Soldier
- Robert Easton as Thompson
- William Phipps as Officer (uncredited)
- William Schallert as Union Soldier (uncredited)
- John Huston as Grizzled Union Veteran (uncredited)
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