Battleground

The First Great Picture Of The Second World War!

19491h 58m6.7(107 votes)

ActionDramaWar

Synopsis

Members of the U.S. Army's 101st Airborne Division are fighting for their country amidst the rugged terrain of Bastogne, Belgium, in December 1944. Holley and his American compatriots have already seen one of their own, Roderigues, perish under enemy fire. The men try to rebuff another series of Naz…

Battleground (1949) is a action, drama, and war film directed by William A. Wellman. It stars Van Johnson, John Hodiak, and Ricardo Montalban. The film runs for 1 hour 58 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.7 out of 10 from 107 votes.

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Director

William A. Wellman

Cast

Van Johnson

Holley

John Hodiak

Jarvess

Ricardo Montalban

Roderigues

George Murphy

'Pop' Stazak

Marshall Thompson

Jim Layton

Jerome Courtland

Abner Spudler

Don Taylor

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Is Battleground Worth Watching?

If you enjoy fans of action, drama, and war, Battleground is worth a spot on your watchlist. The surest way to know is to see whether the friends who share your taste actually loved it—that is exactly what FriendsRecommend shows you before you press play.

Frequently Asked Questions About Battleground

Where can I watch Battleground?

Streaming, rental, and purchase options for Battleground vary by country. Check the "Where to Watch" section on this page for the services available in your region, updated from live availability data.

Who stars in Battleground?

Battleground stars Van Johnson, John Hodiak, Ricardo Montalban, and George Murphy, and was directed by William A. Wellman.

How long is Battleground?

Battleground has a runtime of 1 hour 58 minutes.

When did Battleground come out?

Battleground was released in 1949.

What genre is Battleground?

Battleground is a action, drama, and war film.

Is Battleground worth watching?

Battleground holds an average audience score of 6.7 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.