The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957)
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Storyline
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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| Original title | The Bridge on the River Kwai |
|---|---|
| Release date | Dec 14, 1957 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | based on novel or book, world war ii, aggressive, japan, resistance, thailand, bridge, river, prisoner of war, pacific war, burma, bridge blowup |
FAQ
What is The Bridge on the River Kwai about?
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.
When was The Bridge on the River Kwai released?
The Bridge on the River Kwai was released on Dec 14, 1957 (status: Released).
Who directed The Bridge on the River Kwai?
David Lean directed The Bridge on the River Kwai.
What is the TMDB rating of The Bridge on the River Kwai?
The Bridge on the River Kwai has a TMDB rating of 7.8/10 from 2,455 votes.