The Purple Plain (1954)

His peak of adventure!

Movie · Drama, Adventure, War · 1h 38m · Rated 6.5/10 on TMDB · Released September 14, 1954

Overview

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 heal his tormented soul.

Directed by Robert Parrish

Cast

• Gregory Peck as Bill Forrester
• Win Min Than as Anna
• Brenda De Banzie as Miss McNab
• Bernard Lee as Dr. Harris
• Maurice Denham as Blore
• Lyndon Brook as Carrington
• Anthony Bushell as Aldridge
• Josephine Griffin as Mrs. Forrester
• Ram Gopal as Mr. Phang
• Jack McNaughton as Sergeant (uncredited)
• Harold Siddons as Injured Navigator (uncredited)
• Mya Mya Spencer as Dorothy (uncredited)

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