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The Bridge at Remagen (1969): Cast, Plot & Where to Watch

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The Bridge at Remagen is a 1969 action war film directed by John Guillermin, starring Zdeněk Braunschläger as German Lieutenant, George Segal and Robert Vaughn. It runs 1 hour 57 minutes. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and MGM Plus, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

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The Bridge at Remagen (1969) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 57m (117 min)
Director
John Guillermin
Genres
Action , War
Original language
English
Studio
Wolper Pictures
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Bridge at Remagen About?

The premise of The Bridge at Remagen without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

The film dramatizes the final German stand in the West during March 1945, when the Allied advance forces a desperate clash at the last remaining bridgehead across the Rhine. As the war in Europe draws to a close, American and German troops fight for control of the crucial bridge.

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Where to watch

Where to Watch The Bridge at Remagen

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Cast & crew

The Bridge at Remagen Cast & Characters

Zdeněk Braunschläger leads the cast as German Lieutenant, with George Segal as Lt. Phil Hartman and Robert Vaughn as Maj. Paul Krueger. Directed by John Guillermin; 28 actors are credited in all.

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Plot

The Bridge at Remagen Plot Summary

What happens in The Bridge at Remagen from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The film opens in the last weeks of World War II, as the Allied advance reaches the still-intact Oberkassel railway bridge over the Rhine. Lieutenant Hartman [George Segal] is a battle-weary, capable platoon leader in the 9th Armored Division who earns a promotion after the death of his company commander, setting the stage for a difficult push toward Remagen. The United States expects intense resistance, and promises rest for Hartman’s men once the Rhine bridge is secured.

Full summary

The whole story of The Bridge at Remagen, scene by scene

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Videos

The Bridge at Remagen Trailers & Videos

4 videos: 1 trailer and 3 clips.

Official Trailer
  • Clip Attack Plan
  • Clip Ambushed On The Road
  • Clip A Chance To Make History
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Bridge at Remagen?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Which actor portrays Lieutenant Hartman, the battle‑weary platoon leader?
Cars

Cars in The Bridge at Remagen

19 cars on screen, including the 1944 Cadillac M24 Chaffee and the 1940 Horch 901.

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  • 1944 Cadillac M24 Chaffee in The Bridge at Remagen 1944 Cadillac M24 Chaffee Important role
  • 1940 Horch 901 in The Bridge at Remagen 1940 Horch 901 Important role
  • 1937 Mercedes-Benz 320 Cabriolet W142 in The Bridge at Remagen 1937 Mercedes-Benz 320 Cabriolet W142 Important role
  • 1942 Willys MB 'Jeep' in The Bridge at Remagen 1942 Willys MB 'Jeep' Important role

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FAQ

The Bridge at Remagen FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch and post-credit scenes of The Bridge at Remagen, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Bridge at Remagen?

The Bridge at Remagen runs 1 hour 57 minutes (117 minutes).

When was The Bridge at Remagen released?

The Bridge at Remagen was released on June 25, 1969.

Who directed The Bridge at Remagen?

The Bridge at Remagen was directed by John Guillermin.

More films by John Guillermin

Who is in the cast of The Bridge at Remagen?

The Bridge at Remagen stars Zdeněk Braunschläger as German Lieutenant, George Segal as Lt. Phil Hartman and Robert Vaughn as Maj. Paul Krueger, among 28 credited actors.

Where can I watch The Bridge at Remagen?

In the US, The Bridge at Remagen is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, MGM Plus and Tubi TV and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).

Does The Bridge at Remagen have a post-credit scene?

No. The Bridge at Remagen has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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