TMDb Rating
6.6/10
13 verified votes
The Red Beret (1953)
WarDrama
88 min
"Alan Ladd at his greatest in this ripcord thriller that rips at your emotions!"
Plot Summary
Steve MacKendrick resigns from the US Army after causing the needless death of a fellow officer. Wanting to serve in the war, he enlists as a Canadian in the British 1st Parachute Brigade. He proves himself exceptionally skilled for a recruit, arousing the suspicion of his commanding officer who starts an investigation. He redeems himself during combat. The film was titled "Paratrooper" in the US.
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WarDramaTerence YoungAlan LaddLeo Genn1953
Director
Terence Young
Top Cast
Alan LaddLeo GennSusan StephenHarry AndrewsDonald Houston
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