Harry's War
“The IRS wouldn't admit they made a mistake on Harry Johnson's taxes and Harry no choice but to Fight Back!”
Synopsis
After his aunt dies of a heart attack while fighting the IRS, Harry Johnson decides to take up the cause.
Top Cast
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Edward Herrmann
Harry Johnson
Geraldine Page
'Aunt' Beverly
Karen Grassle
Kathy
David Ogden Stiers
Ernie
Salome Jens
Wilda
Elisha Cook Jr.
Sgt. Billy
James Ray
Commissioner
Douglas Dirkson
Draper
Jerrold Ziman
IRS Attorney
Jim McKrell
Newsman
Noble Willingham
Major Andrews
Prentiss Rowe
Sheriff
Vernon Weddle
Ponde
Max Lewin
Judge
Alan Cherry
Agent
Bruce Robinson
Agent
Rex Cutter
Special Agent
Kamee Aliessa
Shawn
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 6, 1981
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kieth Merrill
- Screenplay & Story
- Kieth Merrill
- Original Score
- Merrill B. Jenson
- Original Title
- Harry's War
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kieth Merrill
Kieth Merrill
Merrill B. Jenson
Reed Smoot
Bert Lovitt
David B. Johnston, Kieth Merrill, Jack N. Reddish
Department Leadership Roster
Kieth Merrill
Director
Kieth Merrill
Writer
Douglas G. Johnson
Production Design
Merrill B. Jenson
Original Music Composer
Kieth Merrill
Producer
Jack N. Reddish
Producer
Bert Lovitt
Editor
Reed Smoot
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Harry's War
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Harry's War about?
After his aunt dies of a heart attack while fighting the IRS, Harry Johnson decides to take up the cause.
Who directed Harry's War?
Harry's War was directed by Kieth Merrill.
Who stars in Harry's War?
The principal cast of Harry's War includes Edward Herrmann, Geraldine Page, Karen Grassle, David Ogden Stiers, Salome Jens.
When was Harry's War released and how long is it?
Harry's War was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Harry's War?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Harry's War was composed by Merrill B. Jenson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Harry's War?
Harry's War holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).