When Trumpets Fade
In WWII Western Germany, Private David Manning reluctantly leaves behind a mortally wounded fellow soldier and searches for survivors from his platoon, only to learn from commanding officer Captain Pritchett that they have all been killed in action. Despite requesting a discharge on the grounds of mental disability, Manning is promoted to sergeant and assigned to lead a new platoon of young inductees.
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
When Trumpets Fade
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Jun 27, 1998
Runtime
1h 35m
Genres
Drama, War, TV Movie
User Score
66%
Original Title
When Trumpets Fade
Production Companies
HBO, Citadel Entertainment
Director
John Irvin
Description
In WWII Western Germany, Private David Manning reluctantly leaves behind a mortally wounded fellow soldier and searches for survivors from his platoon, only to learn from commanding officer Captain Pritchett that they have all been killed in action. Despite requesting a discharge on the grounds of mental disability, Manning is promoted to sergeant and assigned to lead a new platoon of young inductees.
