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.
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Title: A Man Called Peter (1955)
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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) | |
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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. Written by McGinty <McGinty@aol.com>
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The True Story of How One Man's Faith Uplifted a Nation See more »Parents Guide:
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Average Shot Length (ASL) = 17 seconds See more »Goofs
Peter Marshall's son, Peter John Marshall, was actually born on January 21, 1940, not December 7, 1941, as depicted in the film. See http://petermarshallministries.com See more »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.See more »
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April 1955 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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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.