The Devil's Brigade

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The Devil's Brigade

1968,

2h 10m,

War/

Drama

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57%

7 Reviews

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2,500+ Ratings

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7 Reviews

68%

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2,500+ Ratings

At the onset of World War II, American Lt. Col. Robert Frederick (William Holden) is put in charge of a unit called the 1st Special Service Force, composed of elite Canadian commandos and undisciplined American soldiers. With Maj. Alan Crown (Cliff Robertson) leading the Canadians and Maj. Cliff Bricker (Vince Edwards) the acting head of the American contingent, there is initial tension -- but the team comes together when given a daunting mission that few would dare to attempt.

Elston Brooks

Fort Worth Star-Telegram/DFW.com

May 1, 2024

The Devil's Brigade -- fascinating in its first half and full of bloody warfare action in its second half -- is sure to enthrall the Dirty Dozen followers and capture a new batch of viewers on its own.

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Roger Ebert

Chicago Sun-Times

Oct 23, 2004

2.5/4

There was doubtless stupidity on both sides during the war; there's certainly no lack of it in The Devil's Brigade.

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

Feb 8, 2024

2/4

Out of the numerous WWII adventure yarns from the 1960s that featured all-star casts, The Devil’s Brigade turned out to be among the weaker offerings.

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Dennis Schwartz

Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews

May 24, 2018

C

Only the stuntmen excel in this star-studded but inane war film filled with tiresome cliches.

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Emanuel Levy

EmanuelLevy.Com

Aug 18, 2005

3/5

Robin Clifford

Reeling Reviews

Feb 14, 2005

3/5

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Apr 21, 2019

This film has America written all over it. From the rivalries to the bravery. Even the hard nose conpassions of william Holdens part. Shined woth glowing American pride. The only downside to this film is that it was not long enough. I enjoyed even minute of this very entertaining fim. It is truly ashame that Hollywood is no longer capable of the kind of patriotism.

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Harry R

Jan 26, 2019

An all-star cast of character actors, playing misfits and incorrigibles, are given to desk jockey William Holden (!) to turn into a more-than-capable fighting force. Based on a true story, one half of the recruits hate the other half, putting into serious question whether or not any goals can be achieved. But guess what? In any case, the effort comes across like the Dirty Dozen's kid brother, capable and well meaning, but not up to the task.

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Harry R

Jun 18, 2018

Based on a true story, thank you all, especially to those who took part and sacrificed in 1SSF. The pioneers who took the 1st step towards today's modern special forces. TY so much. From vet to another.

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Andrew V. McLaglen

Director

William Holden

Lt. Col. Robert T. Frederick

Cliff Robertson

Maj. Alan Crown

Vince Edwards

Maj. Cliff Bricker

Michael Rennie

Lt. Gen. Mark Clark

Dana Andrews

Brig. Gen. Walter Naylor

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Synopsis

At the onset of World War II, American Lt. Col. Robert Frederick (William Holden) is put in charge of a unit called the 1st Special Service Force, composed of elite Canadian commandos and undisciplined American soldiers. With Maj. Alan Crown (Cliff Robertson) leading the Canadians and Maj. Cliff Bricker (Vince Edwards) the acting head of the American contingent, there is initial tension -- but the team comes together when given a daunting mission that few would dare to attempt.

Director: Andrew V. McLaglen
Producer: David L. Wolper
Screenwriter: William Roberts
Production Co: United Artists
Genre: War, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 16, 2008
Runtime: 2h 10m

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