The McConnell Story

The McConnell Story

A Stirring Salute to the Great American Spirit AND NOW a Stiring Tribute from a Great American

NR 1955 · 106 min · ★ 6.8 · Drama, War, History

Joe McConnell was sure that he was meant to be a pilot, but was stuck as a restless army private. It seemed that his ambition was blocked at every step.

Directed by Gordon Douglas · Written by Ted Sherdeman

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Alan Ladd Capt. Joseph C. 'Mac' McConnell, Jr.
June Allyson Pearl 'Butch' Brown
James Whitmore SSgt. / Maj . / Col. Ty 'Dad' Whitman
Frank Faylen Sfc. Sykes
Willis Bouchey Newton Bass
Sarah Selby Mrs. Brown
Robert Ellis Bob Brown
Gregory Walcott 1st Military Policeman
Frank Ferguson Mechanic
Cindy Carol Patty McConnell - ages 9-12
John Larch Cy
John Alvin Johnny

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