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Movie Info

Release Date: September 27, 1941
Runtime: 134 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (3)
Genres:
Drama War History
Budget: $1,400,000
Revenue: $16,361,885
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Critic Scores
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81%
Tomatometer
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7.2/10
TMDB
228 votes
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7.7/10
IMDb
21,149 votes
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Sergeant York

1941

"Courage redefined on the battlefield of honor."

Also known as: πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Ή PT: Sargento York? πŸ‡°πŸ‡· KO: μš”ν¬ 상사? πŸ‡·πŸ‡΄ RO: Sergentul York All international titles (3) →

Awards & Recognition

1 Wins
3 Nominations
4 Total
Oscars
1 3 nom.
Year Festival Category Winner Result
1942 Oscars Best Actor Gary Cooper Winner
1942 Oscars Best Director Howard Hawks Nominated
1942 Oscars Best Supporting Actor Walter Brennan Nominated
1942 Oscars Best Supporting Actress Margaret Wycherly Nominated
Year Festival Category Winner
1942 Oscars Best Actor Gary Cooper
Year Festival Category Winner
1942 Oscars Best Director Howard Hawks
1942 Oscars Best Supporting Actor Walter Brennan
1942 Oscars Best Supporting Actress Margaret Wycherly

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 4/5
Sexual Content 1/5
Language 1/5
Drugs / Alcohol 1/5
Frightening Elements 3/5
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Budget: $1,400,000
Revenue: $16,361,885
Profit $14,961,885
ROI +1068.7% (11.7x)

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Sergeant York is directed by Howard Hawks .

Crew & Production

Keywords

#hero 44 #world war i 27 #patriotism 21 #us army 12 #one man army 10 #war hero 8 #infantry 6 #firearm 5 #war propaganda 4 #hillbilly 3 #conscientious objector 3 #conversion 1

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Trivia & Fun Facts about Sergeant York

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  • Gary Cooper, who played Alvin York, performed many of his own stunts, including the sharpshooting scenes, which added authenticity to his portrayal of the character.

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  • The film's battle scenes were shot at a location in California that was transformed to resemble the landscapes of World War I Europe, showcasing the challenges of creating a war environment.

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  • Walter Brennan, known for his distinctive voice and character work, brought a unique charm to his role as York's mentor, contributing to the film's exploration of personal transformation.

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  • In one scene, a soldier is seen wearing shoes that are decidedly modern for the time period, which creates a noticeable anachronism in the film.

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  • Howard Hawks, the director, was known for his ability to blend genres, and this film is an early example of his work that combined elements of drama and war, influencing later films in both categories.

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  • The film contains subtle nods to the themes of pacifism and individual conscience, reflecting the internal struggle of many Americans during wartime.

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  • The soundtrack features a blend of traditional folk music that complements the rural setting of Alvin York's character and enhances the film's emotional depth.

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