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The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp
Featured Movie ⭐ 7.4 TMDb

The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp

1943 2h 43m War / Drama
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About the Film

General Candy, who's overseeing an English squad in 1943, is a veteran leader who doesn't have the respect of the men he's training and is considered out-of-touch with what's needed to win the war. But it wasn't always this way. Flashing back to his early career in the Boer War and World War I, we see a dashing young officer whose life has been shaped by three different women, and by a lasting friendship with a German soldier.

The Watchlist Wizard Verdict

The Vibe: The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp is a captivating and well-crafted war and drama and romance movie from 1943. Directed by Michael Powell, and starring Roger Livesey, Deborah Kerr, Anton Walbrook General Candy, who's overseeing an English squad in 1943, is a veteran leader who doesn't have the respect of the men he's training and is considered out-of-touch with what's needed to win the war.

Fan Reception: Boasting a solid score of 7.4/10, The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp delivers a polished experience that stands out in the crowded War landscape.

Time Investment: At 2h 43m, this is an epic-length movie that rewards patient viewers with a deeply immersive experience.

Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy movies that blends war with drama elements, The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp deserves a spot on your watchlist.

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Production Specs

Status Released
Released 1943-07-26
Runtime 2h 43m
Budget $2,000,000
Revenue $275,472
Language EN

Top Billed Cast

Roger Livesey
Roger Livesey Major General Clive Wynne-Candy
Deborah Kerr
Deborah Kerr Edith Hunter / Barbara Wynne / Angela "Johnny" Cannon
Anton Walbrook
Anton Walbrook Theo Kretschmar-Schuldorff
Roland Culver
Roland Culver Col. Betteridge
James McKechnie
James McKechnie Spud Wilson
Arthur Wontner
Arthur Wontner Embassy Counsellor

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