The Forgotten Man (1971): cast, story & where to watch
1971 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1971, The Forgotten Man is a drama, war and tv movie film directed by Walter Grauman, running about 73 minutes.
What it’s about. A Marine officer reported as killed in Vietnam, but who was actually a POW, returns home. Instead of being welcomed home, however, he discovers that his father has died, his wife has remarried, his daughter has been adopted, his business has been sold, and his life has completely changed.
Who’s in it. The Forgotten Man stars Dennis Weaver as Lt. Joe Hardy, Lois Nettleton as Anne Wilson, Anne Francis as Marie Hardy Forrest and Andrew Duggan as William Forrest, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Forgotten Man 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 The Forgotten Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Forgotten Man tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Forgotten Man (1971)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Forgotten Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Forgotten Man worth watching?
- The Forgotten Man holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Forgotten Man?
- The Forgotten Man stars Dennis Weaver, Lois Nettleton, Anne Francis, Andrew Duggan and Percy Rodriguez.
- When was The Forgotten Man released?
- The Forgotten Man was released in 1971, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.