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: 6.72/10 (66 votes)
- Budget: $4,000,000
- Revenue: $4,700,000
- Production Companies: Bing Crosby Productions, Orion Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.6111
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Robert Duvall
as Bull Meechum
Blythe Danner
as Lillian Meechum
Michael O'Keefe
as Ben Meechum
Lisa Jane Persky
as Mary Anne Meechum
Julie Anne Haddock
as Karen Meechum
Brian Andrews
as Matthew Meechum
Stan Shaw
as Toomer Smalls
Theresa Merritt
as Arrabella Smalls
David Keith
as Red Petus
Paul Mantee
as Col. Virgil Hedgepath
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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 6.72/10 based on 66 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?▼
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