Movie

The Purple Plain

“His peak of adventure!”

★ 6.5(67)19541h 38m

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Good to know

Director: Robert Parrish
Release date: 1954-09-14
Runtime: 1h 38m
Language: Burmese
Budget: $2,000,000
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: Two Cities Films

About The Purple Plain

The Purple Plain is a 1954 movie in the Drama, Adventure and War genres, directed by Robert Parrish, starring Gregory Peck, Win Min Than and Brenda De Banzie. It has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 67 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Purple Plain in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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.

Cast

Gregory Peck

Bill Forrester

Win Min Than

Anna

Brenda De Banzie

Miss McNab

Bernard Lee

Dr. Harris

Maurice Denham

Blore

Lyndon Brook

Carrington

Anthony Bushell

Aldridge

Josephine Griffin

Mrs. Forrester

Ram Gopal

Mr. Phang

Jack McNaughton

Sergeant (uncredited)

Harold Siddons

Injured Navigator (uncredited)

Mya Mya Spencer

Dorothy (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

raf (royal air force)world war iiburmainterracial romanceairplane crashstruggle for survivalbomber pilotairfieldairmandead wifetraumatized manlove in warleadershipcrew survival

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Purple Plain in Mexico?+

The Purple Plain is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Purple Plain on Netflix?+

The Purple Plain is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Purple Plain?+

The Purple Plain has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Who stars in The Purple Plain?+

The Purple Plain stars Gregory Peck, Win Min Than, Brenda De Banzie, Bernard Lee and Maurice Denham.

When did The Purple Plain come out?+

The Purple Plain is a 1954 movie directed by Robert Parrish.

What genre is The Purple Plain?+

The Purple Plain is Drama, Adventure and War film.

Who directed The Purple Plain?+

The Purple Plain was directed by Robert Parrish.