The Bridge on the River Kwai
It spans a whole new world of entertainment!
The classic story of English POWs in Burma forced to build a bridge to aid the war effort of their Japanese captors. British and American intelligence officers conspire to blow up the structure, but Col. Nicholson, the commander who supervised the bridge's construction, has acquired a sense of pride in his creation and tries to foil their plans.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Bridge on the River Kwai
- Genres: Drama, History, War
- Release Date: 1957-10-11
- Runtime: 161 minutes
- Rating: 7.8/10 (2227 votes)
- Budget: $3,000,000
- Revenue: $44,908,000
- Production Companies: Horizon Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.8473
- Languages: Japanese, Thai, English
Cast & Crew
William Holden
as Cmdr. Shears
Alec Guinness
as Col. Nicholson
Jack Hawkins
as Maj. Warden
Sessue Hayakawa
as Col. Saito
James Donald
as Maj. Clipton
Geoffrey Horne
as Lt. Joyce
André Morell
as Col. Green
Peter Williams
as Capt. Reeves
John Boxer
as Major Hughes
Percy Herbert
as Grogan
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Trailers & Clips
The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) Re-Release Trailer
Original Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bridge on the River Kwai?▼
The Bridge on the River Kwai is a Drama, History, War movie directed by . It was released on 1957-10-11.
Who are the main actors in The Bridge on the River Kwai?▼
The main cast includes William Holden, Alec Guinness, Jack Hawkins, Sessue Hayakawa, James Donald, .
Where can I watch The Bridge on the River Kwai online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Bridge on the River Kwai is available.
Is The Bridge on the River Kwai based on a true story?▼
It spans a whole new world of entertainment!
What is the IMDb rating of The Bridge on the River Kwai?▼
The Bridge on the River Kwai has an IMDb rating of 7.8/10 based on 2227 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Bridge on the River Kwai?▼
The movie had a production budget of $3,000,000 and earned $44,908,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Bridge on the River Kwai?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Horizon Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Bridge on the River Kwai filmed?▼
The Bridge on the River Kwai was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Bridge on the River Kwai?▼
The total runtime of The Bridge on the River Kwai is 161 minutes.
Is The Bridge on the River Kwai suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Bridge on the River Kwai?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Bridge on the River Kwai.
Does The Bridge on the River Kwai have a post-credit scene?▼
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