The Purple Plain
"His peak of adventure!"
Originally released in 1954. The Purple Plain is a drama/adventure film. directed by Robert Parrish.
Starring Gregory Peck, Win Min Than, and Brenda De Banzie
Synopsis
An RAF airfield in Burma in 1945, during World War II. Canadian bomber pilot Bill Forrester is a bitter man who lives haunted by a tragic past. He has became a reckless warrior, and is feared by his comrades, who consider him a madman. Dr. Harris, the squadron physician, is determined to help him heal his tormented soul.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 14, 1954
71 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (64 votes)
Budget
$2M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $2,000,000
Production Companies
- Two Cities Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Purple Plain about?
An RAF airfield in Burma in 1945, during World War II. Canadian bomber pilot Bill Forrester is a bitter man who lives haunted by a tragic past. He has became a reckless warrior, and is feared by hi...
Who directed The Purple Plain?
The Purple Plain was directed by Robert Parrish.
How long is The Purple Plain?
The Purple Plain has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was The Purple Plain released?
The Purple Plain was released on September 14, 1954 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Purple Plain?
The main cast of The Purple Plain includes Gregory Peck, Win Min Than, Brenda De Banzie, Bernard Lee, Maurice Denham.