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The Dam Busters

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Duration

2h 04m

Release

16 May 1955

Country

United Kingdom

Language

English

Overview

The story of the conception of a new British weapon for smashing the German dams in the Ruhr industrial complex and the execution of the raid by 617 Squadron 'The Dam Busters'.

Plot

Drama based on the attempt by the RAF to destroy six dams in Germany during World War II.

Cast

Richard ToddMichael RedgraveUrsula Jeans

Ratings

Internet Movie Database: 7.4/10Rotten Tomatoes: 100%

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Director

Michael Anderson

Writers

Paul BrickhillGuy GibsonR.C. Sherriff

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 4 nominations total

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