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The Red Ball Express

1952Movie1 h 23 minNR

Drama
55
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.4Rotten Tomatoes–42%

A thrilling action movie about history and war.

Good for friends night · party vibe · teens

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Not for scares, laughs or romance.

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Story

FROM BEACHHEAD TO BATTLEFRONT! THEY CARRY THE AMMO FOR PATTON'S TANKS!

August 1944: proceeding with the invasion of France, Patton's Third Army has advanced so far toward Paris that it cannot be supplied. To keep up the momentum, Allied HQ establishes an elite military truck route.

Feels like

  • WWII Drama
  • Historical Military
  • Logistical Challenge
  • Ensemble Cast
  • Gritty Realism
  • Soldier's Perspective
  • Dedicated Service
  • American War Film

Cast

24 of 34

Crew

Directed by
Budd Boetticher
Written by
John Michael Hayes, Marcy Klauber, William Grady Jr.
Produced by
Aaron Rosenberg
Music by
Joseph Gershenson

Everyone

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Facts

May 29, 1952 · 1 h 23 min · NR

Released
May 29, 1952
Runtime
1 h 23 min
Age rating
NR
Content
Violence
Genres
Action, Drama, War
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
1 country

Q&A

3 questions, like "Where can I stream The Red Ball Express?"

Questions about The Red Ball Express

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Red Ball Express?

In the United States, you can rent or buy The Red Ball Express from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

Is The Red Ball Express worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55 (IMDb 6.4).

Can I half-watch The Red Ball Express?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it drop-in friendly.