---
title: "Tank"
year: 1984
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/tank-1984"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 21871
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 113
community_rating: 5.7
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Tank (1984) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/tank-1984

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Tank is a film first released in 1984. Catalogued under Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Universal Pictures, Lorimar Motion Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A relocated sergeant major uses his prized Sherman tank to wage war against a corrupt local sheriff."

### Why Watch
- Features a classic restored Sherman tank
- Stars James Garner

### Caveats & Content Note
- Involves conflict with local law enforcement
- Tone & Suitability: The film features conflict between a military man and local police.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, action

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/tank-1984#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Marvin J. Chomsky
- **Networks / Studios**: Universal Pictures, Lorimar Motion Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **James Garner** as *Zack*
- **Shirley Jones** as *LaDonna*
- **C. Thomas Howell** as *Billy*
- **Mark Herrier** as *Elliott*
- **Sandy Ward** as *General Hubik*
- **Jenilee Harrison** as *Sarah*
- **James Cromwell** as *Deputy Euclid*
- **Dorian Harewood** as *Sergeant Tippet*
- **G.D. Spradlin** as *Sheriff Buelton*
- **John Hancock** as *Mess Sergeant*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Tank released?
The film was released in 1984.

### Q: What genre is the film classified as?
It is classified as a comedy.

### Q: Who directs Tank?
The film is directed by Marvin J. Chomsky.

### Q: Who stars in Tank?
The film stars James Garner, Shirley Jones, C. Thomas Howell, Mark Herrier, and Sandy Ward.

### Q: What is the central conflict of the story?
A sergeant major uses his restored Sherman tank to fight back when the local sheriff targets his son.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Tank — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/21871)
- [Tank (1984) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/19252-tank/prehled/)
- [Tank (1984)](https://www.sms.cz/film/tank)
- [Tank - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tank)
- [Tank - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia](https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tank)

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