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The Green Berets

"A special force in a special kind of hell!"

July 4, 1968 2h 22m 5.7/10 (184 votes)

Originally released in 1968. The Green Berets is a war/drama film. directed by John Wayne. With a runtime of 2h 22m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring John Wayne, David Janssen, and Jim Hutton

Synopsis

Col. Mike Kirby picks two teams of crack Green Berets for two missions in South Vietnam. The first is to strengthen a camp that is trying to be taken by the enemy. The second is to kidnap a North Vietnamese General.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 4, 1968 57 years ago
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Runtime 2h 22m 142 minutes total
User Rating 5.7/10 Mixed (184 votes)
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Budget $7M Production budget
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Box Office $11M 1.6x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$7,000,000
Revenue
$11,000,000

Production Companies

  • Batjac Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Green Berets about?

Col. Mike Kirby picks two teams of crack Green Berets for two missions in South Vietnam. The first is to strengthen a camp that is trying to be taken by the enemy. The second is to kidnap a North V...

Who directed The Green Berets?

The Green Berets was directed by John Wayne.

How long is The Green Berets?

The Green Berets has a runtime of 2 hours and 22 minutes (142 minutes total).

When was The Green Berets released?

The Green Berets was released on July 4, 1968 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Green Berets?

The main cast of The Green Berets includes John Wayne, David Janssen, Jim Hutton, Aldo Ray, Raymond St. Jacques.

Is The Green Berets worth watching?

The Green Berets has a user rating of 5.7/10 based on 184 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.