(1979)Directed by Lewis John Carlino115 min · PGDrama

“The bravest thing he would ever do was let his family love him.”

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

Robert Duvallas Bull Meechum

Blythe Danneras Lillian Meechum

Michael O'Keefeas Ben Meechum

Lisa Jane Perskyas Mary Anne Meechum

Julie Anne Haddockas Karen Meechum

Brian Andrewsas Matthew Meechum

Stan Shawas Toomer Smalls

Theresa Merrittas Arrabella Smalls

David Keithas Red Petus

Paul Manteeas Col. Virgil Hedgepath

Michael Strongas Col. Varney

Bennett Lissas Cpl. Atcherly

JD Joe Dorseyas Coach Spinks

David Frankhamas Capt. Weber

JS Jan Strattonas Mrs. Weber

Paul Gleasonas Lt. Sammy

W.K. Strattonas Ace

Lew Hornas Capt. Brookout

MR Michael Rougasas Col. Mullinax

Al Garciaas Pedro

Stacy MacGregoras Leroy

Harold B. Bibeyas Hedgepath's Sergeant

Gene Jonesas Bartender

Harry Pickins Porthas Squadron Executive Officer

The Great Santini