The Proud and Profane
"A MOVIE OF STARTLING FRANKNESS...!"
Originally released in 1956. The Proud and Profane is a drama/romance film. directed by George Seaton.
Starring William Holden, Deborah Kerr, and Thelma Ritter
Synopsis
In this romantic drama, beautiful Red Cross volunteer Lee Ashley arrives on the South Pacific island of New Caledonia to learn more about the circumstances surrounding the death of her husband, Howard, in the Battle of Guadalcanal. There, Ashley falls for the gruff, seductive Marine Lt. Col. Colin Buck, but struggle and tragedy follow when the widow learns about the reality of Buck's life back home.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 13, 1956
69 years ago
Runtime
1h 51m
111 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (10 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
William Holden
as Lt. Col. Colin Black
Deborah Kerr
as Lee Ashley
Thelma Ritter
as Kate Connors
Dewey Martin
as Eddie Wodcik
William Redfield
as Chaplain Lt. (jg) Holmes
Ross Bagdasarian
as Louie
Adam Williams
as Eustace Press
Marion Ross
as Joan
Theodore Newton
as Bob Kilpatrick
Richard Shannon
as Major
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Perlberg-Seaton Productions
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Proud and Profane about?
In this romantic drama, beautiful Red Cross volunteer Lee Ashley arrives on the South Pacific island of New Caledonia to learn more about the circumstances surrounding the death of her husband, How...
Who directed The Proud and Profane?
The Proud and Profane was directed by George Seaton.
How long is The Proud and Profane?
The Proud and Profane has a runtime of 1 hours and 51 minutes (111 minutes total).
When was The Proud and Profane released?
The Proud and Profane was released on June 13, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Proud and Profane?
The main cast of The Proud and Profane includes William Holden, Deborah Kerr, Thelma Ritter, Dewey Martin, William Redfield.