DCSIMG
 
 

Where Eagles Dare (1968) Reviews

Where Eagles Dare (1968)
Play Trailer and Clips
Member Rating:  
An expensive but enormously profitable war picture, Where Eagles Dare centers upon a daring rescue and even more daring escape. Disguised as Nazi officers, commandoes Maj. John Smith (Richard Burton), Lt. Morris Schaffer Clint Eastwood and six other courageous souls parachute behind enemy lines. Their mission: to rescue an American general, held captive in a supposedly impenetrable Alpine castle. Aiding and abetting the commandoes are Allied undercover agents Mary (Mary Ure) and Heidi (Ingrid Pitt). Also on hand is a British officer (Patrick Wymark), who masterminded the mission. Somewhere, somehow, someone amongst the Allies is going to turn out to be a traitor. There's also a neat plot twist in store when the commandoes manage to reach the American general -- which leads to yet another twist. The vertigo-inducing climax has made Where Eagles Dare one of the most sought-after of "early" Eastwood starring features. The film was written directly for the screen by espionage novelist Alistair MacLean. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

 Read More


Starring:
Richard Burton, Clint Eastwood, (more)
Director(s):
Brian G. Hutton
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
PG
Format(s):
DVD  |  Blu-ray
View All Versions to rent and buy
 
 
 
 
 
 

Average Ratings

(28 member reviews)  

Member Reviews

Terry J.

A terrific WWII Europe movie that has it all: action, bravery, spy vs spy, drama, twists and turns and a believable plot. Wonderful acting by all, tremendous settings and backgrounds, and a surprise ending makes this a superior film. The best time to watch this movie is during a cold day with a bowl of chili and crackers!

Yes   |   No


German G.

This is by far the best war movie I've seen in a very, very long time. A real nail biter I'll tell ya..

Yes   |   No


Glenn B.

This movie is one of my all time favorites. It has great acting and a great script that pull a mysterious plot togeather. If you like to figure out the end of a movie before it ends, this is one that I can garauntee will keep you guessing and reguessing. There's never a dull moment in this one of a kind award winning movie. And if you like the movie, try the book. This author also wrote another thriller that was made into a movie called 'Ice Station Zebra'. If you can get your hands on it you will be in for just as great a ride.

Yes   |   No


James G.

Great movie i just cant believe it ooooo its soo great you better watch it gosh its good

Yes   |   No


Steve W.

Agreed. This is the best written war movie ever! Clever, witty and just genius! It is a must see. Probably one of the best 10 movies of all time...!

Yes   |   No


ANTONIO N.

Very good movie

Yes   |   No


Charles B.

Great war story full of twist and turns. They dont make them like that any more

Yes   |   No


Christopher G.

This is a classic good guys versus bad guys war film with a twist of mystery thrown in for good measure. It was made back in the day when having a good story line was important in making a film. I remember watching it long ago and enjoyed watching it all over again.

Yes   |   No


James P.

just not what I expected. Too many holes in the story and the acting.

Yes   |   No


Stephen H.

This movie was fair as WWII movies go except that the story was too perfect, too predictable. There were just too many circumstances that just happened to work out perfectly. After half or two-thirds the way through I was bored because nothing of significance ever went wrong. Everything they planned for worked out just the way they expected. There were also several instances where the good guys were supposed to be doing something without the bad guys knowing it but it was obvious to us, the viewer, that they were plainly visible. The movie just wasn't believable.

Yes   |   No


 
 
 

BY MAIL

Monthly Subscription
 

IN-STORE

 

ON DEMAND

Blockbuster Instant Video

Watch thousands of movies instantly on your TV, tablet, mobile phone or computer with no monthly subscription. You pay only for what you watch.
 

What's Your Take?

Add to FavoritesIn Favorites  |  Share:     Email to a friendShare on FacebookShare on Twitter
    YOUR REVIEW
    WRITE A REVIEW
     
    1000 
     
    Member Reviews
    Read all (28)
     
    Terry J.

    A terrific WWII Europe movie that has it all: action, bravery, spy vs spy, drama, twists and turns and a believable plot. Wonderful acting by all, tremendous settings and backgrounds, and a surprise ending makes this a superior film. The best time to watch this movie is during a cold day with a bowl of chili and crackers!

    Yes   |   No

     
    German G.

    This is by far the best war movie I've seen in a very, very long time. A real nail biter I'll tell ya..

    Yes   |   No

     
    Glenn B.

    This movie is one of my all time favorites. It has great acting and a great script that pull a mysterious plot togeather. If you like to figure out the end of a movie before it ends, this is one that I can garauntee will keep you guessing and reguessing. There's never a dull moment in this one of a kind award winning movie. And if you like the movie, try the book. This author also wrote another thriller that was made into a movie called 'Ice Station Zebra'. If you can get your hands on it you will be in for just as great a ride.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Read All 28 Reviews
       

      Rating Systems

       

      Blockbuster

      Find Us Online: BLOCKBUSTER Blog - BLOCKBUSTER Widgets - BLOCKBUSTER RSS FEED - BLOCKBUSTER Facebook Page - BLOCKBUSTER Twitter Page - BLOCKBUSTER Wiki

      Email Exclusives

      BLOCKBUSTER name, design and related marks are trademarks of Blockbuster L.L.C.
        2013 Blockbuster L.L.C. All rights reserved.

      Portions of Content Provided by Rovi Corporation.   2013 Rovi Corporation.