Salt in the Wound (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1969, Salt in the Wound is a war film directed by Tonino Ricci, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. A twist of fate leads a recent Westpoint grad into being responsible for the execution of two fellow American GIs. The young lieutenant comes of age, and the two battle hardened veterans achieve a state of grace through acts of sacrifice.
Who’s in it. Salt in the Wound stars Klaus Kinski as Cpl. Brian Haskins / Norman Carr, George Hilton as Michael Sheppard, Ray Saunders as Pvt. John Grayson / Calvin Mallory and Betsy Bell as Daniela, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Salt in the Wound 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 Salt in the Wound page.
If you liked it. Fans of Salt in the Wound tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Salt in the Wound (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Salt in the Wound change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Salt in the Wound worth watching?
- Salt in the Wound holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Salt in the Wound?
- Salt in the Wound stars Klaus Kinski, George Hilton, Ray Saunders, Betsy Bell and Lanfranco Cobianchi.
- When was Salt in the Wound released?
- Salt in the Wound was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.