A Man Called Peter (1955)

The rise of Peter Marshall, from modest Scottish upbringing, to New York seminary, time in Atlanta churches, his marriage, appointment as chaplain of the US Senate, and early death at 46. Based on real events.

Director:

Henry Koster

Writers:

Eleanore Griffin (screenplay), Catherine Marshall (book)

Stars:

Richard Todd, Jean Peters, Marjorie Rambeau

Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 2 wins & 1 nomination.

Cast

Complete credited cast:
Richard Todd	...	The Rev. Peter Marshall
Jean Peters	...	Catherine Wood Marshall
Marjorie Rambeau	...	Miss Laura Fowler
Jill Esmond	...	Mrs. Findlay
Les Tremayne	...	Sen. Willis K. Harvey
Robert Burton	...	Mr. Peyton
Gladys Hurlbut	...	Mrs. Peyton
Richard Garrick	...	Col. Evanston Whiting
Gloria Gordon	...	Barbara
Billy Chapin	...	Peter John Marshall
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Alexander Campbell	...	Church Elder (scenes deleted)
Jonathan Hole	...	Church Elder (scenes deleted)

Storyline

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.

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Plot Keywords:

chaplain | senate | seminary | marriage | washington d.c. | 

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Taglines:

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

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Genres:

Biography | Drama | Family | History

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Certificate:

Approved

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

April 1955 (USA)

Also Known As:

Ein Mann namens Peter

Filming Locations:

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

CinemaScope, Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation

Technical Specs

Runtime:

119 min

Sound Mix:

4-Track Stereo (Western Electric Recording)

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.55 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Film debut of Ann B. Davis.

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Goofs

The bulk of the story takes place in the 1930's and the 1940's but all of the women's fashions and hairstyles are strictly 1955.

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Quotes

The Rev. Peter Marshall: Catherine, I'm afraid you'll have to ask the blessing. The Lord knows I'm not grateful for turkey hash and I can't fool him.

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Connections

Featured in Virgin Territory: The Making of 'The Virgin Queen' (2008)

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Soundtracks

"Give Me That Old Time Religion"
Traditional
Sung by Zarah Leander

User Reviews

Richard Todd was wonderful

He made you feel like you were listening to the real Peter Marshall!

I can`t say enough about this movie. Peter Marshall knew the Lord I think like few people ever do, and Todd brought this to the screen. If you get a chance to see this movie don`t pass it up. It is well worth your time.