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S16·E8 The True Story of the Bridge on the River Kwai

Core Aired October 28, 1997 50 min
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Synopsis

Forty years ago a war movie created a legend. Timewatch now tells the story of Lieutenant Colonel Toosey, the British officer in Burma whose job it was to supply the Japanese with a workforce to build the bridge - which still exists. His tale is told with the help of tapes that recount his experiences and through the letters he exchanged with his Japanese captor after the war. NEW SEASON.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 16 Episode 8 of Timewatch air?

Season 16, Episode 8 ('The True Story of the Bridge on the River Kwai') originally aired on October 28, 1997.

How long is Season 16 Episode 8 ('The True Story of the Bridge on the River Kwai')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 50 minutes.

What happens in Timewatch Season 16 Episode 8?

Forty years ago a war movie created a legend. Timewatch now tells the story of Lieutenant Colonel Toosey, the British officer in Burma whose job it was to supply the Japanese with a workforce to build the bridge - which still exists. His tale is told with the help of tapes that recount his experienc...

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