Tarnished Heroes
Originally released in 1961. Tarnished Heroes is a war/drama film. directed by Ernest Morris. At just 73 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dermot Walsh, Anton Rodgers, and Patrick McAlinney
Synopsis
According to the officer's handbook, 'an officer will perform whatever task confronts him with whatever men are available' and for Major Bell the men in question are drunks, thieves and deserters. With the German army closing in on his company's position, Major Bell undertakes a suicidal mission to blow up a bridge of strategic importance to the enemy. His only help will come in the form of a rag-tag band of army rejects who must become heroes if they are to fulfil their mission and come back alive.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 16, 1961
64 years ago
Runtime
1h 13m
73 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Dermot Walsh
as Major Roy Bell
Anton Rodgers
as Private Donald Conyers
Patrick McAlinney
as Private Timothy Reilly
Hugh David
as Private Walter Hoyt
Brian Peck
as Private Bernard White
Max Butterfield
as Private Anthony Burton
Richard Carpenter
as Private Frederick Burton
Sheila Whittingham
as Josette
John Scott
as Colonel Moreton
Maurice Kaufmann
as Private Thomas Mason
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Danziger Productions Ltd.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tarnished Heroes about?
According to the officer's handbook, 'an officer will perform whatever task confronts him with whatever men are available' and for Major Bell the men in question are drunks, thieves and deserters. ...
Who directed Tarnished Heroes?
Tarnished Heroes was directed by Ernest Morris.
How long is Tarnished Heroes?
Tarnished Heroes has a runtime of 1 hours and 13 minutes (73 minutes total).
When was Tarnished Heroes released?
Tarnished Heroes was released on June 16, 1961 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Tarnished Heroes?
The main cast of Tarnished Heroes includes Dermot Walsh, Anton Rodgers, Patrick McAlinney, Hugh David, Brian Peck.