Movie

A Man Called Peter

“The True Story of How One Man's Faith Uplifted a Nation”

★ 6.6(17)19551h 59m

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Good to know

Director: Henry Koster
Release date: 1955-03-31
Runtime: 1h 59m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Cinescope Productions

About A Man Called Peter

A Man Called Peter is a 1955 movie in the Drama and Family genres, directed by Henry Koster, starring Richard Todd, Jean Peters and Marjorie Rambeau. It has a runtime of 1 hour 59 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 17 viewers. Below you can see where to watch A Man Called Peter in United Arab Emirates — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Based on the true story of a young Scottish lad, Peter Marshall, who dreams of only going to sea but finds out there is a different future for him when he receives a "calling" from God to be a minister. He leaves Scotland and goes to America where after a few small congregations he lands the position of pastor of the Church of the Presidents in Washington, D.C. and eventually he becomes Chaplain of the U.S. Senate.

Cast

Richard Todd

The Rev. Peter Marshall

Jean Peters

Catherine Wood Marshall

Marjorie Rambeau

Miss Laura Fowler

Jill Esmond

Mrs. Findlay

Les Tremayne

Senator Willis K. Harvey

Robert Burton

Mr. Peyton

Gladys Hurlbut

Mrs. Peyton

Richard Garrick

Colonel Evanston Whiting

Gloria Gordon

Barbara

Billy Chapin

Peter John Marshall

Marietta Canty

Emma

Ann B. Davis

Ruby Colman

Themes & keywords

pastorministerscottish

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch A Man Called Peter in United Arab Emirates?+

A Man Called Peter is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United Arab Emirates. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is A Man Called Peter on Netflix?+

A Man Called Peter is not on Netflix in United Arab Emirates right now.

How long is A Man Called Peter?+

A Man Called Peter has a runtime of 1 hour 59 minutes (119 minutes).

Who stars in A Man Called Peter?+

A Man Called Peter stars Richard Todd, Jean Peters, Marjorie Rambeau, Jill Esmond and Les Tremayne.

When did A Man Called Peter come out?+

A Man Called Peter is a 1955 movie directed by Henry Koster.

What genre is A Man Called Peter?+

A Man Called Peter is Drama and Family film.

Who directed A Man Called Peter?+

A Man Called Peter was directed by Henry Koster.