The Longest Day

Content Warnings

Overall Severity: ๐ŸŸก 65/100
Total warning time: 5m 5s
Sex/Nudity: ๐ŸŸข 0/100 (0s)
Drug Use: ๐ŸŸข 0/100 (0s)
Violence: ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 (5m 5s)
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 70/100 [00:30:15 - 00:31:20] Battle scenes with gunfire and explosions.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 80/100 [01:15:45 - 01:17:30] Intense combat with soldiers being shot and wounded.
  • ๐Ÿ”ด 85/100 [02:05:10 - 02:07:25] Large-scale battle with heavy casualties shown.
Strong Language: ๐ŸŸข 20/100 (0s)
  • ๐ŸŸข 20/100 [00:45:30] Mild cursing.
  • ๐ŸŸก 40/100 [01:30:15] Brief use of strong language.
The Longest Day
Year: 1962
Certificate: G
Runtime: 178 min
Genre: Action, Drama, History
IMDB: 7.8
Meta Score: 75
Votes: 52141
Gross: 39,100,000
Director: Ken Annakin
Stars: Andrew Marton, Gerd Oswald, Bernhard Wicki, Darryl F. Zanuck
Overview: The events of D-Day, told on a grand scale from both the Allied and German points of view.

Movie FAQ

Q: What is the plot of 'The Longest Day' (1962)?
A: 'The Longest Day' is a war film that depicts the events of D-Day, the Allied invasion of Normandy on June 6, 1944, during World War II. The movie provides a detailed account from both the Allied and German perspectives, showcasing the massive scale and complexity of the operation.
Q: Who are the directors of 'The Longest Day' (1962)?
A: The movie was directed by Andrew Marton, Gerd Oswald, Bernhard Wicki, and Darryl F. Zanuck. It is notable for having multiple directors to handle the large-scale production and various segments of the story.
Q: What makes 'The Longest Day' (1962) unique among war films?
A: 'The Longest Day' is unique for its all-star cast, including actors like John Wayne, Robert Mitchum, and Richard Burton, and its extensive use of practical effects and real military equipment. It was also one of the first films to present both Allied and German viewpoints of the D-Day invasion.
Q: Was 'The Longest Day' (1962) based on a book?
A: Yes, 'The Longest Day' is based on the 1959 book of the same name by Cornelius Ryan, which is a historical account of the D-Day invasion. The film closely follows the book's detailed and factual narrative.
Q: How historically accurate is 'The Longest Day' (1962)?
A: The movie is considered one of the most historically accurate depictions of D-Day, thanks to extensive research and consultation with military advisors and veterans who participated in the actual events. However, some dramatic liberties were taken for storytelling purposes.