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The Great Santini
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The Great Santini

Fri, Oct 26, 1979
  • Drama
Film · Synopsis

Synopsis

As he approaches manhood, Ben Meechum struggles to win the approval of his demanding alpha male father, an aggressively competitive, but frustrated marine pilot.

Trailer

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Release windows

When & where

US
  • In CinemasFri, Oct 26, 1979
DE
  • TVFri, Sep 30, 1988
Where to watch

Streaming TBA

No streaming platforms confirmed yet. We’ll yell the moment one picks it up — make sure it’s on your deck.

Cast

Top of the call sheet

  • Robert Duvall
    Robert Duvall
    as Bull Meechum
  • Blythe Danner
    Blythe Danner
    as Lillian Meechum
  • Michael O'Keefe
    Michael O'Keefe
    as Ben Meechum
  • Lisa Jane Persky
    Lisa Jane Persky
    as Mary Anne Meechum
  • Julie Anne Haddock
    Julie Anne Haddock
    as Karen Meechum
  • Brian Andrews
    Brian Andrews
    as Matthew Meechum
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