A Bell for Adano (1945) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
A Bell for Adano (1945) — Major Joppolo and his men are assigned to restore order to the war-torn Italian town
A Bell for Adano (1945) Storyline
Major Joppolo and his men are assigned to restore order to the war-torn Italian town of Adano. He has to manage getting supplies into town without interfering with troop movements, all the while dealing with colorful citizens of the town. One of his quests is to replace the bell which orders the town's life.
Full Cast & Crew
- John Hodiak as Maj. Victor P. Joppolo
- Gene Tierney as Tina Tomasino
- William Bendix as Sgt. Borth
- Glenn Langan as Lt. Crofts Livingstone, USN
- Richard Conte as Nicolo - Italian POW
- Stanley Prager as Sgt. Trampani
- Harry Morgan as Capt. N. Purvis
- Monty Banks as Giuseppe
- Reed Hadley as Cmdr. Robertson
- Roy Roberts as Col. W.W. Middleton - Provost Marshal
- Hugo Haas as Father Pensovecchio
- Marcel Dalio as Zito
- Fortunio Bonanova as Gargano - Chief of Police
- Henry Armetta as Errante - Cart Man
- Roman Bohnen as Carl Erba - Cart Man
Why Watch A Bell for Adano?
The Vibe: A Bell for Adano is a captivating and well-crafted war movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1945. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.7/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with war-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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