The McConnell Story
“A Stirring Salute to the Great American Spirit AND NOW a Stiring Tribute from a Great American”
Synopsis
Joe McConnell was sure that he was meant to be a pilot, but was stuck as a restless army private. It seemed that his ambition was blocked at every step.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The McConnell Story (Original Theatrical Trailer)
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-06-22
Top Cast
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Alan Ladd
Capt. Joseph C. 'Mac' McConnell, Jr.
June Allyson
Pearl 'Butch' Brown
James Whitmore
SSgt. / Maj . / Col. Ty 'Dad' Whitman
Frank Faylen
Sfc. Sykes
Willis Bouchey
Newton Bass
Sarah Selby
Mrs. Brown
Robert Ellis
Bob Brown
Gregory Walcott
1st Military Policeman
Frank Ferguson
Mechanic
Cindy Carol
Patty McConnell - ages 9-12
John Larch
Cy
John Alvin
Johnny
James Dobson
Lt. Roy Singer
Olin Howland
Sam
Perry Lopez
Red
Bill McLean
Billy
Kasey Rogers
Claire
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 29, 1955
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gordon Douglas
- Screenplay & Story
- Ted Sherdeman, Sam Rolfe
- Original Score
- Max Steiner
- Original Title
- The McConnell Story
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gordon Douglas
Ted Sherdeman, Sam Rolfe
Max Steiner
John F. Seitz
Department Leadership Roster
Ted Sherdeman
Screenplay
Sam Rolfe
Screenplay
Gordon Douglas
Director
Max Steiner
Original Music Composer
John F. Seitz
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The McConnell Story
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The McConnell Story about?
Joe McConnell was sure that he was meant to be a pilot, but was stuck as a restless army private. It seemed that his ambition was blocked at every step.
Who directed The McConnell Story?
The McConnell Story was directed by Gordon Douglas.
Who stars in The McConnell Story?
The principal cast of The McConnell Story includes Alan Ladd, June Allyson, James Whitmore, Frank Faylen, Willis Bouchey.
When was The McConnell Story released and how long is it?
The McConnell Story was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for The McConnell Story?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The McConnell Story was composed by Max Steiner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The McConnell Story?
The McConnell Story holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).