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Sergeant York
“Missiles! Jets! Tanks! ... It's still the guy with guts and a gun who wins the war!”
7.2 / 10• 1941• 2h 14m•NR• English
WarDramaHistory
Storyline
Alvin York a hillbilly sharpshooter transforms himself from ruffian to religious pacifist. He is then called to serve his country and despite deep religious and moral objections to fighting becomes one of the most celebrated American heroes of WWI.
Cast & Crew
Gary Cooper
Alvin C. York
Lead
Walter Brennan
Pastor Rosier Pile
Joan Leslie
Gracie Williams
George Tobias
"Pusher" Ross
Stanley Ridges
Major Buxton
Margaret Wycherly
Mother York
Ward Bond
Ike Botkin
Noah Beery Jr.
Buck Lipscomb
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Howard Hawks's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Sergeant York is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
