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MacArthur

1977Movie2 h 10 minPG

55
DecentGoodWatch score
55
DecentGoodWatch score

Summary

The film portrays MacArthur's life from 1942, before the Battle of Bataan, to 1952, when he was removed from his Korean War command by President Truman for insubordination, and is recounted in flashback as he visits West Point.

Good for

  • Friends night
  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults

Where to watch

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Not for laughs, scares or warmth.

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Directed by
Joseph Sargent
Produced by
Frank McCarthy

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Facts

July 15, 1977 · 2 h 10 min · PG

Released
July 15, 1977
Runtime
2 h 10 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Violence
Genres
Drama, History, War
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Budget
$9 million
Box office
$16 million
Available in
16 countries

Q&A

4 questions, like "Where can I stream MacArthur?"

Questions about MacArthur

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream MacArthur?

In the United States, you can rent or buy MacArthur from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. It streams in 3 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is MacArthur worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55 (IMDb 6.5 and Rotten Tomatoes 50%). Audiences rate it higher (62 out of 100) than critics (50).

Is MacArthur okay for kids?

PGViolence

Better for older viewers: it's rated PG in the United States for violence, and the viewing guide lists it for adults.

Is MacArthur plot-driven or character-driven?

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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and dialogue centrality (8 of 10) more than on its plot.