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1962•105 min•Drama, War, Adventure

The War Lover

Is The War Lover a Hit or Flop?

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Is The War Lover worth watching? With a rating of 5.953/10, this Drama, War, Adventure film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The War Lover Synopsis

Buzz Rickson is a dare-devil World War II bomber pilot with a death wish. Failing at everything not involving flying, Rickson lives for the most dangerous missions. His crew lives with this aspect of his personality only because they know he always brings them back alive.

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Top Cast

Steve McQueen
Steve McQueenCapt. Buzz Rickson
Robert Wagner
Robert Wagner1st Lt. Ed Bolland
Shirley Anne Field
Shirley Anne FieldDaphne Caldwell
Gary Cockrell
Gary Cockrell2nd Lt. Marty Lynch
Michael Crawford
Michael CrawfordSgt. Junior Sailen
Burt Kwouk
Burt KwoukAir Crewman
Bill Edwards
Bill EdwardsBrindt: Crew of 'The Body'
Chuck Julian
Chuck JulianLamb: Crew of 'The Body'
Robert Easton
Robert EastonHandown: Crew of 'The Body'
Al Waxman
Al WaxmanPrien: Crew of 'The Body'

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Is The War Lover worth watching?

The War Lover has received mixed reviews with a 5.953/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Drama, War, Adventure movies.

Is The War Lover hit or flop?

The War Lover has received average ratings (5.953/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The War Lover?

The War Lover is a Drama, War, Adventure movie that Buzz Rickson is a dare-devil World War II bomber pilot with a death wish. Failing at everything not involving flying, Rickson lives for the most dange...

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