Task Force (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1949, Task Force is a drama, war and romance film directed by Delmer Daves, running about 116 minutes. “Nothing ever like it ! Nothing you ever liked more !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After learning the finer points of carrier aviation in the 1920s, career officer Jonathan Scott and his pals spend the next two decades promoting the superiority of naval air power. But military and political "red tape" continually frustrate their efforts, prompting Scott to even consider leaving the Navy for a more lucrative civilian job. Then the world enters a second World War and Scott finally gets the opportunity to prove to Washington the valuable role aircraft carriers could play in winning the conflict. But what will it cost him and his comrades personally?
Who’s in it. Task Force stars Gary Cooper as Jonathan L. Scott, Jane Wyatt as Mary Morgan, Wayne Morris as McKinney and Walter Brennan as Pete Richard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Task Force has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Task Force page.
If you liked it. Fans of Task Force tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Task Force (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Task Force change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Task Force worth watching?
- Task Force holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Task Force?
- Task Force stars Gary Cooper, Jane Wyatt, Wayne Morris, Walter Brennan and Julie London.
- When was Task Force released?
- Task Force was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 116 minutes.