Movie

Force of Arms

“The most beautiful love story ever told!”

★ 6.7(10)19511h 39m

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Good to know

Director: Michael Curtiz
Release date: 1951-08-13
Runtime: 1h 39m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Warner Bros. Pictures

Force of Arms — trailer

About Force of Arms

Force of Arms is a 1951 movie in the War, Romance and Drama genres, directed by Michael Curtiz, starring William Holden, Nancy Olson and Frank Lovejoy. It has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 10 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Force of Arms in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

During the winter of 1943, the German Army halted the American advance in the mountains of Italy; back-and-forth combat decimates Joe Peterson's platoon. On leave in Naples, Joe meets WAC lieutenant Eleanor MacKay; initially cool, she begins to melt during a bombing raid. Their romance develops despite Joe's periodic returns to the front. But whether he'll come back in the end becomes more than doubtful.

Cast

William Holden

Sgt. Joe 'Pete' Peterson

Nancy Olson

Lt. Eleanor Mackay

Frank Lovejoy

Maj. Blackford

Gene Evans

Sgt. Smiley 'Mac' McFee

Katherine Warren

Maj. Waldron

Dick Wesson

Kleiner

Paul Picerni

Sheridan

Ron Hagerthy

Minto

Ross Ford

Hooker

Amelia Cova

Lea

James Dobson

Driver

Argentina Brunetti

Lea's Mother

Themes & keywords

world war iius armybattlefieldwar traumawacamerican soldiersbattlefield traumafront-line soldierlove in waritalian campaign

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Force of Arms in New Zealand?+

Force of Arms is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in New Zealand. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Force of Arms on Netflix?+

Force of Arms is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is Force of Arms?+

Force of Arms has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

Who stars in Force of Arms?+

Force of Arms stars William Holden, Nancy Olson, Frank Lovejoy, Gene Evans and Katherine Warren.

When did Force of Arms come out?+

Force of Arms is a 1951 movie directed by Michael Curtiz.

What genre is Force of Arms?+

Force of Arms is War, Romance and Drama film.

Who directed Force of Arms?+

Force of Arms was directed by Michael Curtiz.