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The Great Santini

The Great Santini

The bravest thing he would ever do was let his family love him.

As he approaches manhood, Ben Meechum struggles to win the approval of his demanding alpha male father, an aggressively competitive, but frustrated marine pilot.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Great Santini
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1979-10-26
  • Runtime: 115 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (65 votes)
  • Budget: $4,000,000
  • Revenue: $4,700,000
  • Production Companies: Bing Crosby Productions, Orion Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.9985
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Robert Duvall

Robert Duvall

as Bull Meechum

Blythe Danner

Blythe Danner

as Lillian Meechum

Michael O'Keefe

Michael O'Keefe

as Ben Meechum

Lisa Jane Persky

Lisa Jane Persky

as Mary Anne Meechum

Julie Anne Haddock

Julie Anne Haddock

as Karen Meechum

Brian Andrews

Brian Andrews

as Matthew Meechum

Stan Shaw

Stan Shaw

as Toomer Smalls

Theresa Merritt

Theresa Merritt

as Arrabella Smalls

David Keith

David Keith

as Red Petus

Paul Mantee

Paul Mantee

as Col. Virgil Hedgepath

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

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Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Great Santini?

The Great Santini is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1979-10-26.

Who are the main actors in The Great Santini?

The main cast includes Robert Duvall, Blythe Danner, Michael O'Keefe, Lisa Jane Persky, Julie Anne Haddock, .

Where can I watch The Great Santini online?

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

Is The Great Santini based on a true story?

The bravest thing he would ever do was let his family love him.

What is the IMDb rating of The Great Santini?

The Great Santini has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 65 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Great Santini?

The movie had a production budget of $4,000,000 and earned $4,700,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Great Santini?

The soundtrack was composed by Bing Crosby Productions, Orion Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Great Santini filmed?

The Great Santini was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Great Santini?

The total runtime of The Great Santini is 115 minutes.

Is The Great Santini suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Great Santini?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Great Santini.

Does The Great Santini have a post-credit scene?

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

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