A Man Called Peter
"The True Story of How One Man's Faith Uplifted a Nation"
Originally released in 1955. A Man Called Peter is a drama/family film. directed by Henry Koster.
Starring Richard Todd, Jean Peters, and Marjorie Rambeau
Synopsis
Based on the true story of a young Scottish lad, Peter Marshall, who dreams of only going to sea but finds out there is a different future for him when he receives a "calling" from God to be a minister. He leaves Scotland and goes to America where after a few small congregations he lands the position of pastor of the Church of the Presidents in Washington, D.C. and eventually he becomes Chaplain of the U.S. Senate.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 31, 1955
70 years ago
Runtime
1h 59m
119 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (16 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Richard Todd
as The Rev. Peter Marshall
Jean Peters
as Catherine Wood Marshall
Marjorie Rambeau
as Miss Laura Fowler
Jill Esmond
as Mrs. Findlay
Les Tremayne
as Senator Willis K. Harvey
Robert Burton
as Mr. Peyton
Gladys Hurlbut
as Mrs. Peyton
Richard Garrick
as Colonel Evanston Whiting
Gloria Gordon
as Barbara
Billy Chapin
as Peter John Marshall
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Cinescope Productions
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Man Called Peter about?
Based on the true story of a young Scottish lad, Peter Marshall, who dreams of only going to sea but finds out there is a different future for him when he receives a "calling" from God to be a mini...
Who directed A Man Called Peter?
A Man Called Peter was directed by Henry Koster.
How long is A Man Called Peter?
A Man Called Peter has a runtime of 1 hours and 59 minutes (119 minutes total).
When was A Man Called Peter released?
A Man Called Peter was released on March 31, 1955 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Man Called Peter?
The main cast of A Man Called Peter includes Richard Todd, Jean Peters, Marjorie Rambeau, Jill Esmond, Les Tremayne.