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Murphy's War (1971)

PG_13  105 min  -  Drama | War   -  27 January 1971 (France)
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Murphy is the sole survivor of his crew, that has been massacred by a German U-Boat in the closing days of World War II... See full summary »

Director:

Peter Yates

Writers:

Max Catto (novel), Stirling Silliphant (screenplay)

Stars:

Peter O'Toole, Siân Phillips and Philippe Noiret
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Cast

Complete credited cast:
Peter O'Toole ...
Murphy
Siân Phillips Siân Phillips ...
Dr. Hayden
Philippe Noiret ...
Louis Brezon
Horst Janson Horst Janson ...
Cmdr. Lauchs, German Submarine Captain
John Hallam John Hallam ...
Lt. Ellis, Seaplane Pilot from RNMS Mount Kyle
Ingo Mogendorf Ingo Mogendorf ...
Lt. Voght, Submarine Executive Officer
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Storyline

Murphy is the sole survivor of his crew, that has been massacred by a German U-Boat in the closing days of World War II. He lands on the shore somewhere on the river Orinoco delta and begins to plot his vengeance. He wishes to sink the U-Boat that has floated up by means of any method imaginable to him, and sets about to make the courageous attempt, assisted by Louie, the islands Government Administrator. Written by <arezis@ntplx.net>  

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Plot Keywords:

U Boat | Sole Survivor | Torpedo | Irishman | Crane  | See more »

Genres:

Drama | War

Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG-13 for war violence and brief language See all certifications »

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Country:

UK

Language:

English | German (some dialogue)

Release Date:

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Also Known As:

La guerra de Murphy See more »

Filming Locations:

Pinewood Studios, Iver Heath, Buckinghamshire, England, UK See more »

Company Credits

Production Co:

Hemdale, Michael Deeley-Peter Yates Films See more »
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Argentina:  | USA:

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color (Eastmancolor)

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1
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The airplane itself, a Grumman Duck, that was used in the movie and flown by Frank Tallman, can now be seen on static display at US Air Force Museum in Dayton, Ohio. See more »