

His peak of adventure!
An RAF airfield in Burma in 1945, during World War II. Canadian bomber pilot Bill Forrester is a bitter man who lives haunted by a tragic past. He has became a reckless warrior, and is feared by his comrades, who consider him a madman. Dr. Harris, the squadron physician, is determined to help him he…
The Purple Plain (1954) is a drama, adventure, and war film directed by Robert Parrish. It stars Gregory Peck, Win Min Than, and Brenda De Banzie. The film runs for 1 hour 38 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.4 out of 10 from 68 votes.

Gregory Peck
Bill Forrester

Win Min Than
Anna

Brenda De Banzie
Miss McNab

Bernard Lee
Dr. Harris

Maurice Denham
Blore

Lyndon Brook
Carrington

Anthony Bushell
Aldridge

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The Purple Plain stars Gregory Peck, Win Min Than, Brenda De Banzie, and Bernard Lee, and was directed by Robert Parrish.
The Purple Plain has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes.
The Purple Plain was released in 1954.
The Purple Plain is a drama, adventure, and war film.
The Purple Plain holds an average audience score of 6.4 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.
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Josephine Griffin
Mrs. Forrester
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