Too Late the Hero (1970)
Too Late the Hero is a 1970 drama movie directed by Robert Aldrich, with a running time of 2h 25m. It stars Michael Caine, Cliff Robertson and Ian Bannen.
A WWII film set on a Pacific island. Japanese and allied forces occupy different parts of the island. When a group of British soldiers are sent on a mission behind enemy lines, things don't go exactly to plan. This film differs in that some of the 'heroes' are very reluctant, but they come good when they are pursued by the Japanese who are determined to prevent them returning to base.
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What is Too Late the Hero about?
A WWII film set on a Pacific island. Japanese and allied forces occupy different parts of the island. When a group of British soldiers are sent on a mission behind enemy lines, things don't go exactly to plan. This film differs in that some of the 'heroes' are very reluctant, but they come good when they are pursued by the Japanese who are determined to prevent them returning to base.
When was Too Late the Hero released?
Too Late the Hero was released on 20 May 1970.
How long is Too Late the Hero?
Too Late the Hero runs 2h 25m.
Who made Too Late the Hero?
Too Late the Hero was directed by Robert Aldrich.
Cast
- Michael Caine as Pvt. Tosh Hearne
- Cliff Robertson as Lt. Sam Lawson
- Ian Bannen as Pvt. Jock Thornton
- Harry Andrews as Col. Thompson
- Denholm Elliott as Captain Hornsby
- Ronald Fraser as Private Campbell
- Lance Percival as Cpl. McLean
- Percy Herbert as Sgt. Johnstone
- Sam Kydd as C/Sgt.
- Patrick Jordan as Sgt. Major
- William Beckley as Pvt. Currie
- Martin Horsey as Pvt. Griffiths