Movie

The Scarlet Coat

“Behind the story of Benedict Arnold were secrets until recently unknown”

★ 6.6(10)19551h 41m

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Good to know

Director: John Sturges
Release date: 1955-07-29
Runtime: 1h 41m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

The Scarlet Coat — trailer

About The Scarlet Coat

The Scarlet Coat is a 1955 movie in the History, Drama and Adventure genres, directed by John Sturges, starring Cornel Wilde, Michael Wilding and George Sanders. It has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 10 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Scarlet Coat in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

An American officer goes undercover to unmask a Revolutionary War traitor.

Cast

Cornel Wilde

Maj. John Boulton

Michael Wilding

Maj. John Andre

George Sanders

Dr. Jonathan Odell

Anne Francis

Sally Cameron

Robert Douglas

Gen. Benedict Arnold

John McIntire

Gen. Robert Howe

Rhys Williams

Peter Andre

John Dehner

Nathanael Greene

Bobby Driscoll

Ben Potter

James Westerfield

Col. Jameson

Paul Cavanagh

Sir Henry Clinton

Peter Adams

Lt. Blair (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

spy18th centuryrevolutionary warbenedict arnold

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Scarlet Coat in United Kingdom?+

The Scarlet Coat is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United Kingdom. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Scarlet Coat on Netflix?+

The Scarlet Coat is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now.

How long is The Scarlet Coat?+

The Scarlet Coat has a runtime of 1 hour 41 minutes (101 minutes).

Who stars in The Scarlet Coat?+

The Scarlet Coat stars Cornel Wilde, Michael Wilding, George Sanders, Anne Francis and Robert Douglas.

When did The Scarlet Coat come out?+

The Scarlet Coat is a 1955 movie directed by John Sturges.

What genre is The Scarlet Coat?+

The Scarlet Coat is History, Drama, Adventure and War film.

Who directed The Scarlet Coat?+

The Scarlet Coat was directed by John Sturges.