The Guns of Navarone

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The Guns of Navarone

Released Jun 22, 1961

2h 37m

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In 1943, a small commando team is sent to destroy huge German guns on the Greek Island of Navarone in order to rescue Allied troops trapped on Kheros. Led by British Major Franklin (Anthony Quayle), the team includes American Mallory (Gregory Peck), Greek resistance fighter Stavros (Anthony Quinn) and reluctant explosives expert Miller. Facing impossible odds, the men battle stormy seas and daunting cliffs. When Franklin is injured, Mallory takes command, and personal enmities spill over.

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Critics Consensus

Bolstered by a cast of memorable stars and an impressive sense of scale, The Guns of the Navarone fires with vivid characterization and entertaining spectacle.

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John Gillett

Sight & Sound

Above all, the film lacks a firm controlling hand which would have ironed out passages of incoherent editing and made the climax really tell.

Feb 11, 2020

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Arthur Ryel-Lindsey

Slant Magazine

David Niven is the subservient but stylish chemist Miller, rounding out a film that ranks among the best war movies.

Rated: 3.5/4

May 7, 2007

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Allison Rose

FlickDirect

With great action scenes, solid dialogue and an interesting plot, The Guns of Navarone is an excellent example of what war movies were like over 60 years ago.

Rated: 4.5/5

Nov 21, 2023

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Christopher Lloyd

The Film Yap

An old-school war picture, where men are men, women are tough (but not too tough!) and the Nazis are hiss-able bad guys.

Rated: 3.5/5

May 2, 2022

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

Beautifully paced, this 156-minute classic allows enough time for character development, plot complications, and several exciting set-pieces.

Rated: 4/4

Nov 13, 2021

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

The finale is a touch overdramatic, but the film is nonetheless a first-class war epic.

Rated: 8/10

Aug 24, 2020

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Narciso R

Can't believe Nevin was second banana, corporal. Great movie, very realistic. NRJ.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/11/24

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Renato E

Action packed war film before it was cool.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

08/03/24

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Tab L

"The Guns of Navarone" is a gripping war adventure that masterfully blends intense action with strong character development. Set during World War II, it follows a group of Allied soldiers on a daring mission to destroy a massive German artillery installation on the Greek island of Navarone. The film features outstanding performances, breathtaking scenery, and a compelling storyline that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. Its well-crafted tension and heroic exploits make it a timeless classic that highlights the courage and ingenuity of those fighting against overwhelming odds.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/24/24

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Average P

Hard to beat this movie. Even though its a classic escapist adventure you can really feel the emotional residue of WW2,which was still well within the living memory of the writer, director and actors. They knew all about the sacrifices and hard moral decisions in warfare, and it shows.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/23/24

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Alec C

This mission requires not only nerves of steel, as a group of soldiers lead a trek on the island of Navarone to destroy two massive cannons! Captain Mallory and his motley band inflitrate the German-occupied island as their personal conflicts over the situation and danger around every corner leading to some complications. Led by the intense Gregory Peck, this movie manages to stay relevant despite the years that have passed, making it an unknown masterpiece!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/05/24

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Johnathon W

Classic war film that ranks as one of the best ever produced, thanks to a top notch cast and direction that doesn't shy away from the harsher side of war. The actors are a who's who of stars, from Gregory Peck to David Niven to Anthony Quinn, all who shine in their roles and could have easily been the leads by themselves but actually make an epic ensemble. Behind the camera, director J. Lee Thompson crafts a first rate adventure epic, with plenty of brilliant action set pieces and exotic locations. However, what puts the movie really over is its willingness to show the darker side of war, from cold-blooded killings to using an injured colleague to further the mission. It's not preachy and one could argue the actions were necessary but the film doesn't glamorize war either. All in all, a first rate adventure film like no other.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/05/24

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Synopsis

In 1943, a small commando team is sent to destroy huge German guns on the Greek Island of Navarone in order to rescue Allied troops trapped on Kheros. Led by British Major Franklin (Anthony Quayle), the team includes American Mallory (Gregory Peck), Greek resistance fighter Stavros (Anthony Quinn) and reluctant explosives expert Miller. Facing impossible odds, the men battle stormy seas and daunting cliffs. When Franklin is injured, Mallory takes command, and personal enmities spill over.

Director: J. Lee Thompson
Producer: Carl Foreman
Screenwriter: Alistair MacLean, Carl Foreman
Distributor: Columbia Pictures
Production Co: Columbia Pictures Corporation, Highroad, Open Road
Genre: War, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 22, 1961, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): May 7, 2013
Runtime: 2h 37m
Sound Mix: Stereo, Mono, Magnetic Stereo 6 Track, Surround

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