The Red Beret
"Alan Ladd at his greatest in this ripcord thriller that rips at your emotions!"
Originally released in 1953. The Red Beret is a war/drama film. directed by Terence Young. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Alan Ladd, Leo Genn, and Susan Stephen
Synopsis
Steve MacKendrick resigns from the US Army after causing the needless death of a fellow officer. Wanting to serve in the war, he enlists as a Canadian in the British 1st Parachute Brigade. He proves himself exceptionally skilled for a recruit, arousing the suspicion of his commanding officer who starts an investigation. He redeems himself during combat. The film was titled "Paratrooper" in the US.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 11, 1953
72 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (13 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Warwick Film Productions
- Columbia Pictures
- Warwick Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Red Beret about?
Steve MacKendrick resigns from the US Army after causing the needless death of a fellow officer. Wanting to serve in the war, he enlists as a Canadian in the British 1st Parachute Brigade. He prove...
Who directed The Red Beret?
The Red Beret was directed by Terence Young.
How long is The Red Beret?
The Red Beret has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was The Red Beret released?
The Red Beret was released on August 11, 1953 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Red Beret?
The main cast of The Red Beret includes Alan Ladd, Leo Genn, Susan Stephen, Harry Andrews, Donald Houston.