The Big Red One (1980)

Episode #261

November 18, 2024

14 1 minute read

United Artists released The Big Red One on July 18, 1980. Samuel Fuller directed the film starring Lee Marvin, Mark Hamill, and Robert Carradine.

‘The Big Red One’ 30-Second Summary

“The Big Red One” is a war film directed by Samuel Fuller, released in 1980. Set during World War II, the film follows the journey of a group of soldiers in the 1st Infantry Division, known as “The Big Red One,” from their initial landing in North Africa to the end of the war in Europe. The story is loosely based on Fuller’s own experiences as a soldier in the war. Spanning various theaters of operation, the film explores the camaraderie, sacrifices, and horrors of war through the eyes of its main characters.

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