Dearest Enemy
This live TV adaptation of the Broadway musical "Dearest Enemy" from 1925 is based on an American Revolutionary War incident in September 1776 when Mary Lindley Murray, under orders from General George Washington, detained General William Howe and his British troops by serving them cake, wine and conversation in her Kips Bay, Manhattan home long enough for some 4,000 American soldiers, fleeing their loss in the Battle of Brooklyn, to reassemble in Washington Heights and join reinforcements to make a successful counterattack.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Dearest Enemy
- Genres: Music, War, TV Movie
- Release Date: 1955-11-26
- Runtime: 77 minutes
- Rating: 0/10 (0 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: NBC Studios
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.1217
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Anne Jeffreys
as Betsy Winthrop
Robert Sterling
as John Copeland
Cornelia Otis Skinner
as Mrs. Murray
Cyril Ritchard
as Gen. Howe
Donald Burr
as Cornwallis
Don Driver
as Courier
Lelia Martin
as Amanda
Wynne Miller
as Clara
Elaine Spaulding
as Adele
Greta Gray
as Florence
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dearest Enemy?▼
Dearest Enemy is a Music, War, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1955-11-26.
Who are the main actors in Dearest Enemy?▼
The main cast includes Anne Jeffreys, Robert Sterling, Cornelia Otis Skinner, Cyril Ritchard, Donald Burr, .
Where can I watch Dearest Enemy online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Dearest Enemy is available.
Is Dearest Enemy based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Dearest Enemy?▼
Dearest Enemy has an IMDb rating of 0/10 based on 0 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Dearest Enemy?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Dearest Enemy?▼
The soundtrack was composed by NBC Studios. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Dearest Enemy filmed?▼
Dearest Enemy was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Dearest Enemy?▼
The total runtime of Dearest Enemy is 77 minutes.
Is Dearest Enemy suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Dearest Enemy?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Dearest Enemy.
Does Dearest Enemy have a post-credit scene?▼
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