The War Lover
The men of the flying forts whose bravery became a legend
Buzz Rickson is a dare-devil World War II bomber pilot with a death wish. Failing at everything not involving flying, Rickson lives for the most dangerous missions. His crew lives with this aspect of his personality only because they know he always brings them back alive.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The War Lover
- Genres: Drama, War, Adventure
- Release Date: 1962-10-25
- Runtime: 105 minutes
- Rating: 6/10 (31 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Columbia British Productions, Columbia Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.3757
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Steve McQueen
as Capt. Buzz Rickson
Robert Wagner
as 1st Lt. Ed Bolland
Shirley Anne Field
as Daphne Caldwell
Gary Cockrell
as 2nd Lt. Marty Lynch
Michael Crawford
as Sgt. Junior Sailen
Burt Kwouk
as Air Crewman
Bill Edwards
as Brindt: Crew of 'The Body'
Chuck Julian
as Lamb: Crew of 'The Body'
Robert Easton
as Handown: Crew of 'The Body'
Al Waxman
as Prien: Crew of 'The Body'
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Trailers & Clips
The War Lover 1962 Official Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The War Lover?▼
The War Lover is a Drama, War, Adventure movie directed by . It was released on 1962-10-25.
Who are the main actors in The War Lover?▼
The main cast includes Steve McQueen, Robert Wagner, Shirley Anne Field, Gary Cockrell, Michael Crawford, .
Where can I watch The War Lover online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The War Lover is available.
Is The War Lover based on a true story?▼
The men of the flying forts whose bravery became a legend
What is the IMDb rating of The War Lover?▼
The War Lover has an IMDb rating of 6/10 based on 31 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The War Lover?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The War Lover?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Columbia British Productions, Columbia Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The War Lover filmed?▼
The War Lover was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The War Lover?▼
The total runtime of The War Lover is 105 minutes.
Is The War Lover suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The War Lover?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The War Lover.
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