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Patton (1970)

โ€œThe Rebel Warriorโ€

7.4/10 ยท 1,260 votes 2h 52m pg DramaHistoryWar

#6 of 17 films from 1970 #1013 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Franklin J. Schaffner ยท Written by Edmund H. North, Francis Ford Coppola

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Overview

"Patton" tells the tale of General George S. Patton, famous tank commander of World War II. The film begins with Patton's career in North Africa and progresses through the invasion of Germany and the fall of the Third Reich. Side plots also speak of Patton's numerous faults such his temper and habit towards insubordination.

Cast

George C. Scottas General George S. Patton Jr.
Karl Maldenas General Omar N. Bradley
Frank Latimoreas Lieutenant Colonel Henry Davenport
Stephen Youngas Captain Chester B. Hansen
Karl Michael Vogleras Field Marshal Erwin Rommel
Michael Strongas Brigadier General Hobart Carver
Carey Loftinas General Bradley's Driver
Albert Dumortieras Moroccan Minister
Lawrence Dobkinas Colonel Gaston Bell
Morgan Paullas Captain Richard N. Jenson
Bill Hickmanas General Patton's Driver
Pat Zuricaas First Lieutenant Alexander Stiller
James Edwardsas Sergeant William George Meeks
David Baueras Lieutenant General Harry Buford

Facts

Release dateJanuary 25, 1970
Runtime172 min (2h 52m) โ€” longer as the 1970 average of 116 min
GenresDrama, History, War
LanguageEN
Budget$12,000,000
Box office$89,800,000 (7.5ร— budget)
IMDbtt0066206

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Questions

How long is Patton?
Patton runs 172 minutes (2h 52m), which is long for a drama โ€” plan for it.
Is Patton worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.4/10 across 1,260 votes, which places it #6 of 17 films released in 1970 in this index (top 71%) and #1013 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Patton?
Patton was directed by Franklin J. Schaffner. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Papillon (1973), Planet of the Apes (1968).
Who stars in Patton?
George C. Scott as General George S. Patton Jr.; Karl Malden as General Omar N. Bradley; Frank Latimore as Lieutenant Colonel Henry Davenport; Stephen Young as Captain Chester B. Hansen; Karl Michael Vogler as Field Marshal Erwin Rommel; Michael Strong as Brigadier General Hobart Carver.
What is Patton rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Patton?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/36417.

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