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Battle Circus

Battle Circus

Battle Circus
1953 1h 30m5.8

Battle Circus

“M-G-M's great drama of desire under fire!”

DramaRomanceWar
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A young Army nurse, Lt Ruth McGara, newly assigned to the 8666th MASH during the Korean War, attracts the sexual attention of the unit's commander Dr. Jed Webbe. Major Webbe, who has a drinking problem, at first wants a "no strings" relationship. McGara is warned by the other nurses of Webbe's womanizing ways. Despite these initial handicaps, their love flourishes against a background of war, enemy attacks, death and injury. The relationship deepens and uplifts both characters.

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DirectorRichard Brooks
ScreenplayRichard Brooks
StatusReleased
ReleasedMarch 6, 1953
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime1h 30m
Budget$1M
Revenue$2M
Profit+$1M
Rating⭐ 5.8 / 10
IMDb⭐ 5.9 / 10
Votes17
GenresDrama, Romance, War
StudioMetro-Goldwyn-Mayer

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Cast

Humphrey Bogart

Humphrey Bogart

Major Jed Webbe

June Allyson

June Allyson

Lt. Ruth McGara

Keenan Wynn

Keenan Wynn

Sgt. Orvil Statt

Robert Keith

Robert Keith

Lieutenant Colonel Hillary Whalters

William Campbell

William Campbell

Capt. John Rustford

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Perry Sheehan

Lt. Laurence

Patricia Tiernan

Patricia Tiernan

Lt. Rose Ashland

Adele Longmire

Adele Longmire

Lt. Jane Franklin

Jonathan Cott

Jonathan Cott

Adjutant

Ann Morrison

Ann Morrison

Lt. Edith Edwards

Sarah Selby

Sarah Selby

Capt. Dobbs

Dick Simmons

Dick Simmons

Capt. Norson

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Robert Carson

Division Surgeon

Alvy Moore

Alvy Moore

Runnker

Howard Negley

Howard Negley

Major General

Robert Nichols

Robert Nichols

Pvt. Sommers

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Frequently Asked Questions about Battle Circus

Where can I watch Battle Circus?

Battle Circus (1953) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is Battle Circus about?

A young Army nurse, Lt Ruth McGara, newly assigned to the 8666th MASH during the Korean War, attracts the sexual attention of the unit's commander Dr. Jed Webbe. Major Webbe, who has a drinking problem, at first wants a "no strings" relationship. McGara is warned by the other...

Who directed Battle Circus?

Battle Circus (1953) was directed by Richard Brooks. The film is a Drama, Romance production with a runtime of 1h 30m, rated 5.8/10.

How long is Battle Circus?

Battle Circus runs 1h 30m (90 minutes total). Audience rating: 5.8/10 from 17 votes. Genre: Drama, Romance.

Is Battle Circus worth watching?

Battle Circus is rated 5.8/10 by 17 viewers — below average. A good pick for Drama and Romance fans.