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The Thin Red Line

The Thin Red Line

Every man fights his own war.

The story of a group of men, an Army Rifle company called C-for-Charlie, who change, suffer, and ultimately make essential discoveries about themselves during the fierce World War II battle of Guadalcanal. It follows their journey, from the surprise of an unopposed landing, through the bloody and exhausting battles that follow, to the ultimate departure of those who survived.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Thin Red Line
  • Genres: Drama, History, War
  • Release Date: 1998-12-23
  • Runtime: 171 minutes
  • Rating: 7.5/10 (3069 votes)
  • Budget: $52,000,000
  • Revenue: $98,126,565
  • Production Companies: Fox 2000 Pictures, Phoenix Pictures, George Stevens Jr. Productions, Geisler-Roberdeau Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 10.0526
  • Languages: Greek, English, Japanese

Cast & Crew

Jim Caviezel

Jim Caviezel

as Pvt. Robert Witt

Sean Penn

Sean Penn

as 1st Sgt. Edward Welsh

Nick Nolte

Nick Nolte

as Lt. Col. Gordon Tall

Ben Chaplin

Ben Chaplin

as Pvt. Jack Bell

Elias Koteas

Elias Koteas

as Capt. James Staros

Woody Harrelson

Woody Harrelson

as Sgt. William Keck

John Cusack

John Cusack

as Capt. John Gaff

Dash Mihok

Dash Mihok

as Pfc. Don Doll

John C. Reilly

John C. Reilly

as Sgt. Maynard Storm

Miranda Otto

Miranda Otto

as Marty Bell

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Thin Red Line (1998) Trailer - The Criterion Collection

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Thin Red Line?

The Thin Red Line is a Drama, History, War movie directed by . It was released on 1998-12-23.

Who are the main actors in The Thin Red Line?

The main cast includes Jim Caviezel, Sean Penn, Nick Nolte, Ben Chaplin, Elias Koteas, .

Where can I watch The Thin Red Line online?

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

Is The Thin Red Line based on a true story?

Every man fights his own war.

What is the IMDb rating of The Thin Red Line?

The Thin Red Line has an IMDb rating of 7.5/10 based on 3069 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Thin Red Line?

The movie had a production budget of $52,000,000 and earned $98,126,565 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Thin Red Line?

The soundtrack was composed by Fox 2000 Pictures, Phoenix Pictures, George Stevens Jr. Productions, Geisler-Roberdeau Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Thin Red Line filmed?

The Thin Red Line was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Thin Red Line?

The total runtime of The Thin Red Line is 171 minutes.

Is The Thin Red Line suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Thin Red Line?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Thin Red Line.

Does The Thin Red Line have a post-credit scene?

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