The Manchurian Candidate
When you've seen it all, you'll swear there's never been anything like it!
Near the end of the Korean War, a platoon of U.S. soldiers is captured by communists and brainwashed. Following the war, the platoon is returned home, and Sergeant Raymond Shaw is lauded as a hero by the rest of his platoon. However, the platoon commander, Captain Bennett Marco, finds himself plagued by strange nightmares and soon races to uncover a terrible plot.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Manchurian Candidate
- Genres: Thriller, Drama
- Release Date: 1962-10-24
- Runtime: 126 minutes
- Rating: 7.5/10 (734 votes)
- Budget: $2,200,000
- Revenue: $7,700,000
- Production Companies: MC Productions, United Artists
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 5.0819
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Frank Sinatra
as Capt./Maj. Bennett Marco
Laurence Harvey
as Raymond Shaw
Angela Lansbury
as Mrs. Iselin
Janet Leigh
as Eugenie Rose Chaney
James Gregory
as Sen. John Yerkes Iselin
Henry Silva
as Chunjin
Leslie Parrish
as Jocelyn Jordan
John McGiver
as Sen. Thomas Jordan
Khigh Dhiegh
as Dr. Yen Lo
James Edwards
as Cpl. Allen Melvin
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Trailers & Clips
Angela Lansbury Looks Back at the Making of 'The Manchurian Candidate' | TCMFF 2016
Angela Lansbury on THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE
THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE - Original Theatrical Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Manchurian Candidate?▼
The Manchurian Candidate is a Thriller, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1962-10-24.
Who are the main actors in The Manchurian Candidate?▼
The main cast includes Frank Sinatra, Laurence Harvey, Angela Lansbury, Janet Leigh, James Gregory, .
Where can I watch The Manchurian Candidate online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Manchurian Candidate is available.
Is The Manchurian Candidate based on a true story?▼
When you've seen it all, you'll swear there's never been anything like it!
What is the IMDb rating of The Manchurian Candidate?▼
The Manchurian Candidate has an IMDb rating of 7.5/10 based on 734 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Manchurian Candidate?▼
The movie had a production budget of $2,200,000 and earned $7,700,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Manchurian Candidate?▼
The soundtrack was composed by MC Productions, United Artists. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Manchurian Candidate filmed?▼
The Manchurian Candidate was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Manchurian Candidate?▼
The total runtime of The Manchurian Candidate is 126 minutes.
Is The Manchurian Candidate suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Manchurian Candidate?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Manchurian Candidate.
Does The Manchurian Candidate have a post-credit scene?▼
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