The Walking Major (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film
Released in 1970, The Walking Major is a drama and war film directed by Keith Larsen, running about 136 minutes. “In wartime he fought! In peactime he walked!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. U.S. Army Captain Clark Allen gains attention by walking back and forth, the length of Japan, gambling with U.S. servicemen in order to raise funds to rebuild an orphanage. Suspicious of Allen's motives, a Japanese newsman, Hiroshi Kitabayashi, traces the American's background until he discovers the motive behind Allen's long walk.
Who’s in it. The Walking Major stars Yūjirō Ishihara as Kitabayashi Hiroshi, Frank Sinatra Jr. as Jimmy Dixon, Dina Merrill as Kelly Allen and Dale Robertson as Major Clark J. Allen, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Walking Major page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Walking Major tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Walking Major (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Walking Major change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Walking Major?
- The Walking Major stars Yūjirō Ishihara, Frank Sinatra Jr., Dina Merrill, Dale Robertson and Toshirō Mifune.
- When was The Walking Major released?
- The Walking Major was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 136 minutes.