Cast a Giant Shadow(1966)
“Outnumbered - unarmed - unprepared - they stunned the world with their incredible victory!”
Overview
An American Army officer is recruited by the yet to exist Israel to help them form an army. He is disturbed by this sudden appeal to his Jewish heritage. Each of Israel's Arab neighbors has vowed to invade the poorly prepared country as soon as partition is granted. He is made commander of the Israeli forces just before the war begins.
Director
Melville Shavelson
Studio
Bryna Productions
Cast
Kirk Douglas
as Col. David 'Mickey' Marcus
John Wayne
as Gen. Mike Randolph
Senta Berger
as Magda Simon
Angie Dickinson
as Emma Marcus
James Donald
as Maj. Safir
Yul Brynner
as Asher Gonen
Frank Sinatra
as Vince Talmadge
Stathis Giallelis
as Ram Oren
Luther Adler
as Jacob Zion
Gordon Jackson
as James MacAfee
Chaim Topol
as Abou Ibn Kader
Ruth White
as Mrs. Chaison
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1966
Runtime
2h 26m
Language
French
Rating
6.4 / 10
Production Companies
Bryna Productions • Batjac Productions • Llenroc Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Cast a Giant Shadow?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Cast a Giant Shadow (1966).
What is Cast a Giant Shadow about?▼
An American Army officer is recruited by the yet to exist Israel to help them form an army. He is disturbed by this sudden appeal to his Jewish heritage. Each of Israel's Arab neighbors has vowed to invade the poorly prepared country as soon as partition is granted. He is made commander of the Israeli forces just before the war begins.
Who directed Cast a Giant Shadow?▼
Cast a Giant Shadow was directed by Melville Shavelson and released in 1966. It is a war, drama film.
How long is Cast a Giant Shadow?▼
Cast a Giant Shadow has a runtime of 2 hours and 26 minutes (146 minutes total).
Who stars in Cast a Giant Shadow?▼
The cast of Cast a Giant Shadow includes Kirk Douglas as Col. David 'Mickey' Marcus, John Wayne as Gen. Mike Randolph, Senta Berger as Magda Simon, Angie Dickinson as Emma Marcus, James Donald as Maj. Safir and more.
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