The Bridge on the River Kwai 1957
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- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 162 minutes
- Director
- David Lean
- Network
- Horizon Pictures
What is The Bridge on the River Kwai?
The Bridge on the River Kwai is a film first released in 1957. Catalogued under Drama, History, War.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1957
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 162 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 11, 1957
- Studios
- Horizon Pictures
- Genres
- Drama, History, War
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~162 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Horizon Pictures
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Overview
The Bridge on the River Kwai is a film first released in 1957. Catalogued under Drama, History, War. Produced and broadcast by Horizon Pictures. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“POWs build a bridge while loyalties clash over its destruction.”
- Epic wartime storytelling
- Complex moral conflict
- Rich period detail
- Length exceeds two hours
- Depicts harsh war conditions
Watch it if you appreciate classic war dramas with deep ethical dilemmas.
Rated PG, the film contains war violence and intense themes, suitable for mature teens.
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Frequently asked questions
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama, history, and war film.
When was the film released?
It premiered in the United States on December 14, 1957.
What is the film’s rating?
The film carries a PG rating.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately two hours and forty‑two minutes.
What is the central conflict in the story?
The plot centers on English POWs forced to build a bridge for their captors and the ensuing clash between duty and sabotage.
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