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The Purple Plain

The Purple Plain

Robert Parrish

1954

  • Drama
  • Adventure
  • War
6.5

An RAF airfield in Burma in 1945, during World War II. Canadian bomber pilot Bill Forrester is a bitter man who lives haunted by a tragic past. He has became a reckless warrior, and is feared by his comrades, who consider him a madman. Dr. Harris, the squadron physician, is determined to help him heal his tormented soul.

Cast & crew

  • Robert ParrishDirector
  • Gregory PeckBill Forrester
  • Win Min ThanAnna
  • Brenda De BanzieMiss McNab
  • Bernard LeeDr. Harris
  • Maurice DenhamBlore
  • Lyndon BrookCarrington
  • Anthony BushellAldridge
  • Josephine GriffinMrs. Forrester

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