Captain Carey, U.S.A.
“The smashing story of an American Soldier who didn't lay down his guns until betrayal was avenged!”
Synopsis
Near the end of World War II, a secret American raid on an enemy transportation hub goes very wrong when a turncoat warns the enemy. Led by Capt. Webster Carey, the mission causes the deaths of many bystanders -- among them, Carey believes, his Italian girlfriend, Giulia de Graffi. Back home, Carey stumbles across evidence that might uncover the identity of the informant. But, when he returns to Italy to get even, Carey is stunned by what he finds.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2012-10-22
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Alan Ladd
Captain Webster Carey
Wanda Hendrix
Baronessa Giulia de Greffi
Francis Lederer
Baron Rocco de Greffi
Joseph Calleia
Dr. Lunati
Celia Lovsky
Countess Francesca de Cresci
Richard Avonde
Count Carlo de Cresci
Frank Puglia
Luigi
Luis Alberni
Sandro
Angela Clarke
Serafina
Roland Winters
Manfredo Acuto
Paul Lees
Frank
Jane Nigh
Nancy
Russ Tamblyn
Pietro
Virginia Farmer
Angelina
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 21, 1950
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mitchell Leisen
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Thoeren
- Original Score
- Hugo Friedhofer
- Original Title
- Captain Carey, U.S.A.
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mitchell Leisen
Robert Thoeren, Martha Albrand
Hugo Friedhofer
John F. Seitz
Alma Macrorie
Richard Maibaum
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Thoeren
Screenplay
Mitchell Leisen
Director
Richard Maibaum
Producer
Alma Macrorie
Editor
John F. Seitz
Director of Photography
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Captain Carey, U.S.A. about?
Near the end of World War II, a secret American raid on an enemy transportation hub goes very wrong when a turncoat warns the enemy. Led by Capt. Webster Carey, the mission causes the deaths of many bystanders -- among them, Carey believes, his Italian girlfriend, Giulia de Graffi. Back home, Carey stumbles across evidence that might uncover the identity of the informant. But, when he returns to Italy to get even, Carey is stunned by what he finds.
Who directed Captain Carey, U.S.A.?
Captain Carey, U.S.A. was directed by Mitchell Leisen.
Who stars in Captain Carey, U.S.A.?
The principal cast of Captain Carey, U.S.A. includes Alan Ladd, Wanda Hendrix, Francis Lederer, Joseph Calleia, Celia Lovsky.
When was Captain Carey, U.S.A. released and how long is it?
Captain Carey, U.S.A. was released in 1950 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Captain Carey, U.S.A.?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Captain Carey, U.S.A. was composed by Hugo Friedhofer.
Is Captain Carey, U.S.A. based on a book or true story?
Captain Carey, U.S.A. is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Martha Albrand".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Captain Carey, U.S.A.?
Captain Carey, U.S.A. holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).