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Taps

Taps

“This school is our home, we think it's worth defending.”

Military cadets take extreme measures to ensure the future of their academy when its existence is threatened by local condo developers.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Taps
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1981-12-20
  • Runtime: 126 minutes
  • Rating: 6.796/10 (279 votes)
  • Budget: $14,000,000
  • Revenue: $35,900,000
  • Production Companies: 20th Century Fox
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.3243
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

George C. Scott

George C. Scott

as General Harlan Bache

Timothy Hutton

Timothy Hutton

as Cadet Major Brian Moreland

Ronny Cox

Ronny Cox

as Colonel Kerby

Sean Penn

Sean Penn

as Cadet Captain Alex Dwyer

Tom Cruise

Tom Cruise

as Cadet Captain David Shawn

John P. Navin, Jr.

John P. Navin, Jr.

as Derek Mellott

Billy Van Zandt

Billy Van Zandt

as Bug

Evan Handler

Evan Handler

as Edward West

Giancarlo Esposito

Giancarlo Esposito

as Cadet Captain J.C. Pierce

Brendan Ward

Brendan Ward

as Charlie Auden

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Taps Trailer

External Links

Keywords

cadetgunschool shootingmilitary academyhostile takeoverdie hard scenariolast standmilitary schoololder man younger man relationshipmilitary funeral

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Taps?

Taps is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1981-12-20.

Who are the main actors in Taps?

The main cast includes George C. Scott, Timothy Hutton, Ronny Cox, Sean Penn, Tom Cruise, .

Where can I watch Taps online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Taps is available.

Is Taps based on a true story?

“This school is our home, we think it's worth defending.”

What is the IMDb rating of Taps?

Taps has an IMDb rating of 6.796/10 based on 279 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Taps?

The movie had a production budget of $14,000,000 and earned $35,900,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Taps?

The soundtrack was composed by 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Taps filmed?

Taps was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Taps?

The total runtime of Taps is 126 minutes.

Is Taps suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Taps?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Taps.

Does Taps have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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