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Patton

Play trailer Poster for Patton PG Released Jan 25, 1970 2h 51m War Biography History Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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Biography of controversial World War II hero General George S. Patton. The film covers his wartime activities and accomplishments, beginning with his entry into the North African campaign and ending with his removal from command after his outspoken criticism of US post-war military strategy.
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George C. Scott's sympathetic, unflinching portrayal of the titular general in this sprawling epic is as definitive as any performance in the history of American biopics.

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Pauline Kael The New Yorker It could, of course, be a very smart liberal ploy to make Patton a monster-man among mice, but it backfires by turning him into a hero. Jul 29, 2022 Full Review Wanda Hale New York Daily News I'd like to pin four stars on each shoulder of George C. Scott for his perspective characterization of the military genius, the controversial man. Rated: 4/4 Feb 22, 2015 Full Review TIME Staff TIME Magazine The movie's vision blurs the man and, incidentally, the just war around him. Feb 22, 2015 Full Review Mark Johnson Awards Daily Patton remains one of the great war films for the fact that it can be conceived and both patriotic and anti-war in its delivery. Jun 14, 2023 Full Review Anne Louise Contra Costa Times Patton is one of the most brilliant one-man film shows ever produced. Feb 10, 2022 Full Review Mike Massie Gone With The Twins One of the greatest war movies ever made. Rated: 10/10 Aug 30, 2020 Full Review Read all reviews

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Patrick F This film sets the standard for a good biopic. It takes a larger than life historical figure and focuses on the most consequential time in his life. Films that span a figures whole life feel rushed and a mile long, but an inch deep. Patton focuses only on the Five Star Generals most important ups and downs of the Second World War. Even for a movie that's almost three hours long it feels like it's an inch long, but a mile deep. A good examination of the Generals heroics and flaws. Some parts don't hold up, like the battle scenes pale in comparison to today's film. But the movie is a classic for a reason. George C. Scott gives an amazing for all time performance. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 05/13/24 Full Review Aender S The performance by George C. Scott makes this film excellent. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 04/14/24 Full Review Grant H A thrilling yet disturbing film that mythologizes Patton and the "noble sacrifice" of war. Scott inhabits his character so well that viewing footage of the real Patton becomes a let-down as reality is no match for the super-general Scott created. A unique viewing experience, and one you'll long remember. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/10/24 Full Review Peabarter _ George C Scott's magnificent portrayal of General Patton and Francis Ford Coppola's screenplay make for a must see movie. I never get tired of watching this brilliantly made and acted movie! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/10/24 Full Review Alec B The film is mostly remembered for Scott's outstanding performance, and while I understand that, it would be unfair to not recognize the brilliant screenplay and Schaffner's direction as well. The film never loses focus and justifies it's extensive running time by seriously examining Patton's character and his actions during the war. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 11/10/23 Full Review Parker E Gen. Patron sure is a hard ass but sometimes that's just what you need during times of war. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 09/01/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Franklin J. Schaffner

Director

George C. Scott

Gen. George S. Patton Jr.

Karl Malden

General Omar N. Bradley

David Bauer

Lieutenant General Harry Buford

Edward Binns

Maj. Gen. Walter Bedell Smith

John Doucette

Major General Lucian K. Truscott

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Synopsis Biography of controversial World War II hero General George S. Patton. The film covers his wartime activities and accomplishments, beginning with his entry into the North African campaign and ending with his removal from command after his outspoken criticism of US post-war military strategy.
Director
Franklin J. Schaffner
Producer
Frank McCarthy
Screenwriter
Francis Ford Coppola, Edmund H. North, Francis Ford Coppola, Edmund H. North, Ladislas Farago, Omar N. Bradley
Distributor
20th Century Fox
Production Co
Twentieth Century Fox
Rating
PG
Genre
War, Biography, History, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jan 25, 1970, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 25, 2015
Runtime
2h 51m
Sound Mix
Stereo, DTS
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