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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)
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Cast

Complete credited cast:
Peter O'Toole ...
Murphy
Siân Phillips Siân Phillips ...
Hayden (as Sian Phillips)
Philippe Noiret ...
Brezan
Horst Janson Horst Janson ...
Cmdr. Lauchs, German Submarine Captain
John Hallam John Hallam ...
Ellis
Ingo Mogendorf Ingo Mogendorf ...
Voght
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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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Details

Country:

UK

Language:

English | German (some dialogue)

Release Date:

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Also Known As:

La guerra de Murphy See more »

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Technical Specs

Runtime:

Argentina:  | USA:

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Color (Eastmancolor) (uncredited)

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1
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Trivia

Apparently, despite a copyright credits statement made on this 1971 film, this movie wasn't actually registered for copyright until 30 January 1990 (copyright number PA-490-129). See more »