- Actors: George Segal, Robert Vaughn, Ben Gazzara, Bradford Dillman, E.G. Marshall
- Directors: John Guillermin
- Writers: Richard Yates, Roger O. Hirson, William Roberts
- Producers: David L. Wolper, Julian Ludwig, Theodore Strauss
- Language English, German
- Classification: PG
- Studio: MGM
- VHS Release Date: 1 May 2000
- Run Time: 115 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B00004CIDK
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 3,617 in Video (See Top 100 in Video)
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Amazon.co.uk Review
Fine casting, rugged characters and authentic military detail make The Bridge at Remagen one of the best World War II action films of the 1960s. Based on actual incidents during the final Allied advance on Germany in March 1945, the story focuses on the US Army's exhausted 27th Armoured Infantry, assigned to seize the bridge at Remagen, on the Rhine river, to prevent 50,000 German troops from retreating to safety. Lt Hartman (George Segal) leads the mission, while a Nazi major (Robert Vaughn) defies orders by attempting to hold the bridge instead of blowing it up. With strong emphasis on war's harsher realities, the film's compelling characters illustrate the camaraderie of survivors and the heroism of mavericks in the thick of battle. Segal and Ben Gazzara effectively convey a hard-won friendship, and the film's dynamic action (filmed in Czechoslovakia and Italy) never overwhelms the story's emotional impact. This is highly recommended. --Jeff Shannon, Amazon.com
From the Back Cover
An all-star cast including George Segal, Robert Vaughn, Ben Gazzara and E.G.Marshall - bring all the glory and agony of war to stunning life in this intense and exhilarating but uniquely human look at a struggle widely regarded as the most strategic coup of World War II. Excellent special effects, spectacular photography, and fine action sequences put you in the front lines of the battle and with the courageous who fought it. 1945: The Allies are making their final advance into German territory, and only one strategic bridge on the Rhine River remains in Nazi hands. Both sides have much to gain: the Germans, the lives of 50,000 soldiers stationed on the wrong side of the bridge; and the Allies, a quicker end to the war with fewer lives lost. Though both armies would fight valiantly, only one could win the heart-rending batlle for The Bridge At Remagen .
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This is one of those films you've probably seen bits of on several rainy Sunday afternoons, whilst channel flicking! It is actually a very good film with notable appearances from Robert Vaughn and George Segal.
It recreates the actual events surrounding the battle for, and capture of, the bridge of the films title. It is a well made film with lots of action sequences, quite gritty at times, showing the desperate nature of war, and the struggle to capture a key asset for both Germany and the allies. A small force of Germans lead by Robert Vaughn try to desperately hold back the advancing Americans, who are trying to capture the bridge before the defenders can blow it up.
It is one of those war films that doesn't make you think too much, but has enough depth to make you engage with the characters, with generally good all round acting and dialogue, but the real star of the film is the bridge itself - how does it still manage to stay up?....
Definitely recommended good action flick.
It recreates the actual events surrounding the battle for, and capture of, the bridge of the films title. It is a well made film with lots of action sequences, quite gritty at times, showing the desperate nature of war, and the struggle to capture a key asset for both Germany and the allies. A small force of Germans lead by Robert Vaughn try to desperately hold back the advancing Americans, who are trying to capture the bridge before the defenders can blow it up.
It is one of those war films that doesn't make you think too much, but has enough depth to make you engage with the characters, with generally good all round acting and dialogue, but the real star of the film is the bridge itself - how does it still manage to stay up?....
Definitely recommended good action flick.
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
"The Bridge at Remagen" is set during the Second World War and is based on the true events leading up to and after the capture of the Ludendorff Bridge at Remagen on March 7th 1945. This was the last bridge left intact over Nazi Germanys last natural barrier, the River Rhine. The film was directed by John Gullerman and starred George Segal and Robert Vaughan. The rousing musical score was by Elmer Bernstein.
The film commences with the approach to the bridge by the US 1st Army. George Segal plays a platoon commander in the thick of the action trying to capture the bridge before it is blown sky high by the Germans, whilst Robert Vaughan is his opposite number, a Wehrmacht Officer ordered to hold the bridge for as long as possible and then destroy it. The film is unusual in that it shows the conflict from both sides of the bridge. Segal and his war weary veterans are close to the end of their rope and Vaughan is fighting with troops composed of old men, children and wounded. An honest portrayal of what the Third Reich was reduced to during the latter years of the war. After bitter fighting the bridge is captured and Vaughan is later shot by a firing squad for cowardice, in a Germany now biting at its own wounds. Ten days after its capture the bridge collapses into the Rhine but not before allowing thousands of allied troops across.
Whilst not a classic war film in the vein of "All Quiet On the Western Front"(30) and "Paths of Glory"(57) it is still a very fine film and certainly one of the better war films from the sixties. The film looks very authentic, and that was probably helped by the fact that they filmed on location in what was then known as Czechoslovakia. In this Country they found a bridge that was structurally very similar to the Ludendorff. There was some added realism for the cast and crew when they had to flee the Country following a Soviet invasion. Overall this is a highly effective look at an episode of the war when Nazi Germany was in its final death throes. An excellent film that I highly recommend.
The film commences with the approach to the bridge by the US 1st Army. George Segal plays a platoon commander in the thick of the action trying to capture the bridge before it is blown sky high by the Germans, whilst Robert Vaughan is his opposite number, a Wehrmacht Officer ordered to hold the bridge for as long as possible and then destroy it. The film is unusual in that it shows the conflict from both sides of the bridge. Segal and his war weary veterans are close to the end of their rope and Vaughan is fighting with troops composed of old men, children and wounded. An honest portrayal of what the Third Reich was reduced to during the latter years of the war. After bitter fighting the bridge is captured and Vaughan is later shot by a firing squad for cowardice, in a Germany now biting at its own wounds. Ten days after its capture the bridge collapses into the Rhine but not before allowing thousands of allied troops across.
Whilst not a classic war film in the vein of "All Quiet On the Western Front"(30) and "Paths of Glory"(57) it is still a very fine film and certainly one of the better war films from the sixties. The film looks very authentic, and that was probably helped by the fact that they filmed on location in what was then known as Czechoslovakia. In this Country they found a bridge that was structurally very similar to the Ludendorff. There was some added realism for the cast and crew when they had to flee the Country following a Soviet invasion. Overall this is a highly effective look at an episode of the war when Nazi Germany was in its final death throes. An excellent film that I highly recommend.
15 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
The Bridge at Remagen is one of the few American films that gives the viewer an insight into the German side of things. You can nearly feel the desperation of some of the Germans as the Allies close in on them in march 1945. While Major Krüger tries to control his own men and townspeople he must also destroy the bridge or face death.
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Rousing WWII adventure
This is a good WWII action film. Some of the direction is unsubtle, some of the acting is dated obviously of its time, but a strong story, some great lead actors, gritty action and... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Josh
Thanks Bob
A big thank you to Bob Salter for spoiling the film for those who have not seen it yet, by giving away the ending!!!!
Published 4 months ago by Mr. S. C. Lyons
Great War Film!
Purchased as a Christmas Gift for my husband, order received very promptly & well packed..He says its an excellent film, many thanks!
Published 4 months ago by joyspens1950
Good But Not Great
This is a watchable WW2 adventure which takes place towards the end of the war and it has an interesting cast including George Segal and Robert Vaughn. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Mrs. Marilyn A. Rice
Shock and awe on an epic scale
Nothing that happens onscreen in The Bridge at Remagen is half as interesting as what happened behind the scenes. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Trevor Willsmer
an enjoyable film
ive seen this film many times
but its worth watching, and its a true storey
lots of action good actors
well worth watching 10 /10
but its worth watching, and its a true storey
lots of action good actors
well worth watching 10 /10
Published 9 months ago by Paul
The Bridge at Remagen(DVD)
The delivery was in advance of the specified date. The price was very good value and the quality good.I am always impressed with the efficieny and professionalism of Amazon.
Published 10 months ago by Mr. R. Wilson
Good viewing, but not a classic
I note some reviewers calling this a "classic" war film - it's not.
However, what it is, is a good story line that is reasonably well acted by each of the main... Read more
However, what it is, is a good story line that is reasonably well acted by each of the main... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Aremess
Excellent war film
This film wins in many ways, the surprising highlight being Robert Vaughan ('The Man from Uncle') portraying the German Major sent to organise the defence of the bridge and trying... Read more
Published 14 months ago by M. P. Campbell
The bidge at remagen
Another ww2 real battle, this is a good film that delivers good battle scenes and action all the way through. Does justice on how hard these men fought to take the bridge. Read more
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