A Man Called Peter
“The True Story of How One Man's Faith Uplifted a Nation”
Synopsis
Based on the true story of a young Scottish lad, Peter Marshall, who dreams of only going to sea but finds out there is a different future for him when he receives a "calling" from God to be a minister. He leaves Scotland and goes to America where after a few small congregations he lands the position of pastor of the Church of the Presidents in Washington, D.C. and eventually he becomes Chaplain of the U.S. Senate.
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Richard Todd
The Rev. Peter Marshall
Jean Peters
Catherine Wood Marshall
Marjorie Rambeau
Miss Laura Fowler
Jill Esmond
Mrs. Findlay
Les Tremayne
Senator Willis K. Harvey
Robert Burton
Mr. Peyton
Gladys Hurlbut
Mrs. Peyton
Richard Garrick
Colonel Evanston Whiting
Gloria Gordon
Barbara
Billy Chapin
Peter John Marshall
Marietta Canty
Emma
Ann B. Davis
Ruby Colman
Eleanor Audley
Member of Atlanta Church Congregation
Roy Glenn
New Jersey Laborer
Doris Lloyd
Miss Hopkins
Emmett Lynn
Mr. Briscoe
Sam McDaniel
Henry
Dorothy Neumann
Miss Crilly
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 31, 1955
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Henry Koster
- Screenplay & Story
- Eleanore Griffin
- Original Score
- Alfred Newman
- Original Title
- A Man Called Peter
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Production Studios
- Cinescope Productions, 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Henry Koster
Eleanore Griffin, Catherine Marshall
Alfred Newman
Harold Lipstein
Robert L. Simpson
Samuel G. Engel
Department Leadership Roster
Henry Koster
Director
Eleanore Griffin
Screenplay
Harold Lipstein
Director of Photography
Samuel G. Engel
Producer
Renié
Costume Design
Charles LeMaire
Costume Design
Robert L. Simpson
Editor
Alfred Newman
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Oscars 1956
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Man Called Peter
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Man Called Peter about?
Based on the true story of a young Scottish lad, Peter Marshall, who dreams of only going to sea but finds out there is a different future for him when he receives a "calling" from God to be a minister. He leaves Scotland and goes to America where after a few small congregations he lands the position of pastor of the Church of the Presidents in Washington, D.C. and eventually he becomes Chaplain of the U.S. Senate.
Who directed A Man Called Peter?
A Man Called Peter was directed by Henry Koster.
Who stars in A Man Called Peter?
The principal cast of A Man Called Peter includes Richard Todd, Jean Peters, Marjorie Rambeau, Jill Esmond, Les Tremayne.
When was A Man Called Peter released and how long is it?
A Man Called Peter was released in 1955 with a total runtime of 1h 59m.
Who composed the musical score for A Man Called Peter?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Man Called Peter was composed by Alfred Newman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Man Called Peter?
A Man Called Peter holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).