
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: 6.785/10 (275 votes)
- Budget: $14,000,000
- Revenue: $35,900,000
- Production Companies: 20th Century Fox
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.7222
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew

George C. Scott
as General Harlan Bache

Timothy Hutton
as Cadet Major Brian Moreland

Ronny Cox
as Colonel Kerby

Sean Penn
as Cadet Captain Alex Dwyer

Tom Cruise
as Cadet Captain David Shawn

John P. Navin, Jr.
as Derek Mellott

Billy Van Zandt
as Bug

Evan Handler
as Edward West

Giancarlo Esposito
as Cadet Captain J.C. Pierce

Brendan Ward
as Charlie Auden
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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 6.785/10 based on 275 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!