All Quiet on the Western Front
"They left for war as boys, never to return as men."
Originally released in 1979. All Quiet on the Western Front is a war/drama film. directed by Delbert Mann. With a runtime of 2h 30m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Richard Thomas, Ernest Borgnine, and Donald Pleasence
Synopsis
At the start of World War I, Paul Baumer is a young German patriot, eager to fight. Indoctrinated with propaganda at school, he and his friends eagerly sign up for the army soon after graduation. But when the horrors of war soon become too much to bear, and as his friends die or become gravely wounded, Paul questions the sanity of fighting over a few hundreds yards of war-torn countryside.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 14, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
2h 30m
150 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (225 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
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Director
Top Cast
Richard Thomas
as Paul Bäumer
Ernest Borgnine
as Stanislaus Katczinsky
Donald Pleasence
as Kantorek
Ian Holm
as Himmelstoss
Patricia Neal
as Paul's Mother
Paul Mark Elliott
as Josef Behm
David Bradley
as Albert Kropp
Matthew Evans
as Friedrich Muller
George Winter
as Franz Kemmerich
Dominic Jephcott
as Peter Leer
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Norman Rosemont Productions
- Marble Arch Productions
- ITC Entertainment
Frequently Asked Questions
What is All Quiet on the Western Front about?
At the start of World War I, Paul Baumer is a young German patriot, eager to fight. Indoctrinated with propaganda at school, he and his friends eagerly sign up for the army soon after graduation. B...
Who directed All Quiet on the Western Front?
All Quiet on the Western Front was directed by Delbert Mann.
How long is All Quiet on the Western Front?
All Quiet on the Western Front has a runtime of 2 hours and 30 minutes (150 minutes total).
When was All Quiet on the Western Front released?
All Quiet on the Western Front was released on November 14, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in All Quiet on the Western Front?
The main cast of All Quiet on the Western Front includes Richard Thomas, Ernest Borgnine, Donald Pleasence, Ian Holm, Patricia Neal.
Is All Quiet on the Western Front worth watching?
All Quiet on the Western Front has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 225 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.