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Seven Days in May (1964)

"The astounding story of an astounding military plot to take over the United States! The time is 1970 or 1980 or, possibly, tomorrow!"

7.319641h 58mEN
DramaThriller

Directed by John Frankenheimer

Rating

7.3/10

Runtime

1h 58m

Language

EN

Release

February 1, 1964

Director

John Frankenheimer

Official Trailer

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Overview

A U.S. Marine Corps colonel alerts the president of a planned military coup against him.

Cast

Burt Lancaster

Burt Lancaster

Gen. James Mattoon Scott

Kirk Douglas

Kirk Douglas

Col. Martin "Jiggs" Casey

Fredric March

Fredric March

President Jordan Lyman

Ava Gardner

Ava Gardner

Eleanor Holbrook

Edmond O'Brien

Edmond O'Brien

Sen. Raymond Clark

Martin Balsam

Martin Balsam

Paul Girard

Andrew Duggan

Andrew Duggan

Col. William "Mud" Henderson

Hugh Marlowe

Hugh Marlowe

Harold McPherson

Whit Bissell

Whit Bissell

Sen. Frederick Prentice

Helen Kleeb

Helen Kleeb

Esther Townsend

George Macready

George Macready

Christopher Todd

Richard Anderson

Richard Anderson

Col. Murdock

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Seven Days in May (1964), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A U.S. Marine Corps colonel alerts the president of a planned military coup against him.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Seven Days in May. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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