Once an Eagle (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Series · ★ 6.8
Released in 1976, Once an Eagle is a drama series.
What it’s about. Once An Eagle is a 1976 nine-hour American television mini-series directed by Richard Michaels and E.W. Swackhamer. The picture was written by Peter S. Fischer and based on the 1968 Anton Myrer novel of the same name. The first and last installments of the seven-part series were each two-hour broadcasts, while the interim episodes were 60 minutes. The mini-series concerns the thirty year careers of two military men, from the outbreak of World War I to the aftermath of World War II.
Who’s in it. Once an Eagle stars Sam Elliott as Sam Damon, Darleen Carr as Tommy Caldwell, Glenn Ford as George Caldwell and Ralph Bellamy as Ed Caldwell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Once an Eagle 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 Once an Eagle page.
If you liked it. Fans of Once an Eagle tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Once an Eagle (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Once an Eagle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Once an Eagle worth watching?
- Once an Eagle holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Once an Eagle?
- Once an Eagle stars Sam Elliott, Darleen Carr, Glenn Ford, Ralph Bellamy and Dane Clark.
- When was Once an Eagle released?
- Once an Eagle was released in 1976.