The Red Beret

"Alan Ladd at his greatest in this ripcord thriller that rips at your emotions!"

Steve MacKendrick resigns from the US Army after causing the needless death of a fellow officer. Wanting to serve in the war, he enlists as a Canadian in the British 1st Parachute Brigade. He proves himself exceptionally skilled for a recruit, arousing the suspicion of his commanding officer who starts an investigation. He redeems himself during combat. The film was titled "Paratrooper" in the US.

Release Date

August 11, 1953

Status

Released

Original Title

The Red Beret

Runtime

1h 28min

Budget

Revenue

Language

English