Long March (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film
Released in 1966, Long March is a drama and war film directed by Alexandre Astruc, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. In June 1944, a young doctor, Chevalier, under the threat of guns, is forced to treat a wounded man in a camp of resistance fighters (maquisards). He recognizes the man, minister of the Third Republic, called Morel by his companions. Carnot, the chief of the maquisards, is suspicious of a doctor who expressly disapproves of the resistance and wants to have him shot as soon as he has treated Morel. Philippe, who is second in command, intervenes in favor of the Chevalier. Meanwhile, peasants denounce the maquisards to the Nazis and the camp is surrounded by the Germans. The camp is saved thanks to Philippe who takes command of the group. He decides to leave the shelter and they begin the long march through the Cévennes to rally maquisard Napoleon in the Vercors...
Who’s in it. Long March stars Maurice Ronet as Dr Chevalier, Jean-Louis Trintignant as Philippe, Jean-Pierre Kalfon as Pitou and Robert Hossein as Carnot.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Long March page.
If you liked it. Fans of Long March tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Long March (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Long March change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Long March?
- Long March stars Maurice Ronet, Jean-Louis Trintignant, Jean-Pierre Kalfon and Robert Hossein.
- When was Long March released?
- Long March was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.