The McConnell Story (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1955, The McConnell Story is a drama, war and history film directed by Gordon Douglas, running about 106 minutes. “A Stirring Salute to the Great American Spirit AND NOW a Stiring Tribute from a Great American” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Joe McConnell was sure that he was meant to be a pilot, but was stuck as a restless army private. It seemed that his ambition was blocked at every step.
Who’s in it. The McConnell Story stars Alan Ladd as Capt. Joseph C. 'Mac' McConnell, Jr., June Allyson as Pearl 'Butch' Brown, James Whitmore as SSgt. / Maj . / Col. Ty 'Dad' Whitman and Frank Faylen as Sfc. Sykes, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The McConnell Story has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The McConnell Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of The McConnell Story tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The McConnell Story (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The McConnell Story change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The McConnell Story worth watching?
- The McConnell Story holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The McConnell Story?
- The McConnell Story stars Alan Ladd, June Allyson, James Whitmore, Frank Faylen and Willis Bouchey.
- When was The McConnell Story released?
- The McConnell Story was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.