Where Eagles Dare (1968) movie poster

Where Eagles Dare (1968)

"One weekend Major Smith, Lieutenant Schaffer, and a beautiful blonde named Mary decided to win World War II."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 77%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 74% (RT: 84%, MC: 63) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Runtime
2h 35m
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.5/10 (966 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
84%
Metacritic
63
Cast
Richard Burton as Maj. Smith
Clint Eastwood as Lt. Morris Schaffer
Mary Ure as Mary Ellison
Patrick Wymark as Col. Wyatt Turner DSO MC
Michael Hordern as Adm. Rolland
Donald Houston as Christiansen
Peter Barkworth as Berkeley
William Squire as Thomas
Most people think so. 77% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 966 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 74%.
Overview
World War II is raging, and an American general has been captured and is being held hostage in the Schloss Adler, a Bavarian castle that's nearly impossible to breach. It's up to a group of skilled Allied soldiers to liberate the general before it's too late. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Brian G. Hutton cited several classic action films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated action films of 1968 among dedicated fans.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Where Eagles Dare is a 1968 action, adventure, war film directed by Brian G. Hutton. World War II is raging, and an American general has been captured and is being held hostage in the Schloss Adler, a Bavarian castle that's nearly impossible to breach.

It's up to a group of skilled Allied soldiers to liberate the general before it's too late. The film has been rated by 966 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a action film, Where Eagles Dare delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Where Eagles Dare (1968) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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