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The McConnell Story
“A Stirring Salute to the Great American Spirit AND NOW a Stiring Tribute from a Great American”
6.8 / 10• 1955• 1h 46m•NR• English
DramaWarHistory
Storyline
Joe McConnell was sure that he was meant to be a pilot, but was stuck as a restless army private. It seemed that his ambition was blocked at every step.
Cast & Crew
Alan Ladd
Capt. Joseph C. 'Mac' McConnell, Jr.
Lead
June Allyson
Pearl 'Butch' Brown
James Whitmore
SSgt. / Maj . / Col. Ty 'Dad' Whitman
Frank Faylen
Sfc. Sykes
Willis Bouchey
Newton Bass
Sarah Selby
Mrs. Brown
Robert Ellis
Bob Brown
Gregory Walcott
1st Military Policeman
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Gordon Douglas's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The McConnell Story is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
