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The Wild Geese (1978)

6.819782h 14mEN
Action

Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen

Rating

6.8/10

Runtime

2h 14m

Language

EN

Release

June 28, 1978

Director

Andrew V. McLaglen

Official Trailer

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Overview

A British multinational company seeks to overthrow a vicious dictator in central Africa. It hires a band of (largely aged) mercenaries in London and sends them in to save the virtuous but imprisoned opposition leader who is also critically ill and due for execution. Just when the team has performed ...

Cast

Richard Burton

Richard Burton

Col. Allen Faulkner

Richard Harris

Richard Harris

Capt. Rafer Janders

Roger Moore

Roger Moore

Lt. Shawn Fynn

Hardy Krüger

Hardy Krüger

Lt. Pieter Coetze

Stewart Granger

Stewart Granger

Sir Edward Matherson

John Kani

John Kani

Sgt. Jesse Blake

Jack Watson

Jack Watson

RSM Sandy Young

Frank Finlay

Frank Finlay

Fr. Geoghagen

Kenneth Griffith

Kenneth Griffith

Arthur Witty

Ronald Fraser

Ronald Fraser

Sgt. Jock McTaggart

Barry Foster

Barry Foster

Thomas Balfour

Winston Ntshona

Winston Ntshona

Julius Limbani

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Wild Geese (1978), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A British multinational company seeks to overthrow a vicious dictator in central Africa. It hires a band of (largely aged) mercenaries in London and sends them in to save the virtuous but imprisoned opposition leader who is also critically ill and due for execution. Just when the team has performed a perfect rescue, the multinational does a deal with the vicious dictator leaving the mercenary band to escape under their own steam and exact revenge.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Wild Geese. 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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