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Seven Days in May (1964) -- US military leaders plot to overthrow the President because he supports a nuclear disarmament treaty and they fear a Soviet sneak attack.

Overview

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Director:
John Frankenheimer
Writers:
Fletcher Knebel (novel) &
Charles W. Bailey II (novel) ...
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Release Date:
12 February 1964 (USA) more
Genre:
Thriller | Drama more
Tagline:
"I'm suggesting Mr President, there's a military plot to take over the Government of these United States, next Sunday..." more
Plot:
US military leaders plot to overthrow the President because he supports a nuclear disarmament treaty and they fear a Soviet sneak attack. full summary | add synopsis
Awards:
Nominated for 2 Oscars. Another 2 wins & 6 nominations more
User Comments:
This film will give you the chills! more

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Additional Details

Runtime:
118 min
Country:
USA
Language:
English
Aspect Ratio:
1.85 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Mono (Westrex Recording System)
Certification:
Norway:12 (1964) | Canada:14A (Ontario) | USA:Approved (certificate #20565) | Canada:PG (video rating) | West Germany:12 (f) | Finland:K-8 | Spain:13 | Sweden:15 | Argentina:Atp | Australia:G

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Trivia:
Fifth of seven films that Kirk Douglas and Burt Lancaster made together. more
Goofs:
Continuity: When Paul Girard visits Admiral Barnswell on his ship at Gibraltar, he arrives in full daylight and demands the admiral's statement immediately. When he returns to shore it is fully dark. Since his business is urgent, this must not be long after sunset, and hence in Washington it should still be afternoon. Yet at the same time, Ellie is cooking dinner there. more
Quotes:
Colonel Martin "Jiggs" Casey: Yes, I know who Judas was. He was a man I worked for and admired until he disgraced the four stars on his uniform. more
Movie Connections:
Referenced in "What's My Line?: (1964-01-26)" (1964) more

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4 out of 4 people found the following comment useful:-
This film will give you the chills!, 26 January 2002
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Author: sparkette from Connecticut

Although it may seem dated because of its' subject matter (it takes place during the "Cold War"), the underlying content of political back-stabbing is still relevant. In this star-studded cast, Frederic March gives an outstanding performance as "President Jordan Lyman". He shows how a great leader handles the toughest of situations. This is a powerful film with some very tense moments. It is also an excellent example of directing that makes the most of camera angles and lighting to enhance the drama. Clean transfer to DVD.

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