The Execution of Private Slovik (1974): Cast
The Execution of Private Slovik is a 1974 war drama directed by Lamont Johnson, starring Martin Sheen as Eddie Slovik, Mariclare Costello and Gary Busey. It runs 2 hours.
- Released
- Runtime
- 2h (120 min)
- Director
- Lamont Johnson
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Universal Television
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Execution of Private Slovik About?
The premise of The Execution of Private Slovik without spoilers.
Was it an act of cowardice or an act of conscience? The film recounts the tragic case of Eddie Slovik, the only American soldier executed for desertion since the Civil War. Sentenced after a 1945 court‑martial during World II, his death sparked lasting debate over military justice and individual morality.
The Execution of Private Slovik Cast & Characters
Martin Sheen leads the cast as Eddie Slovik, with Mariclare Costello as Antoinette Slovik and Gary Busey as Jimmy Feedek. Directed by Lamont Johnson; 25 actors are credited in all.
- Director Lamont Johnson
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Martin Sheen as Eddie Slovik - Mariclare Costello as Antoinette Slovik
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Gary Busey as Jimmy Feedek -
Ned Beatty as Father Stafford
Also Starring in The Execution of Private Slovik
· 21 more- Charlie Sheen Kid at Wedding (uncredited)
- Matt Clark Dunn
- Bill McKinney Sergeant
- Charles Haid Brockmeyer
- Warren J. Kemmerling Maj. Fellman
- Marc Alaimo Soldier (uncredited)
- Sandy Ward Enhardt
- Jon Cedar Holloway
- Paul Lambert Joe Sirelli
- Paul Shenar Crawford
- Ben Hammer Lt. Col. Leacock
- Laurence Haddon Piper
- Kathryn Grody Margaret
- George Sperdakos Sgt. McCord
- William Traylor Rossiter
- Fred Sadoff Lt. Kramer
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- Tom Ligon Childs
- Joe George 109th Regiment Sergeant
- Lin McCarthy Presiding Officer (uncredited)
- James Burr Johnson NCO
- Ian De Voy Rifleman (uncredited)
Cars in The Execution of Private Slovik
8 cars on screen, including the Dodge WC 52 and the 1936 Ford V8 Standard.
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Dodge WC 52 Minor role -
1936 Ford V8 Standard Minor role -
unknown Minor role -
Willys M38 Minor role
The Execution of Private Slovik Also Known As
6 alternative titles, including “Страта рядового Словіка” and “Exécuté pour désertion”.
- Also known as
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- Страта рядового Словіка
- Exécuté pour désertion
- La ejecución del soldado Slovik
- 兵士スロビクの銃殺
- הוצאתו להורג של טוראי סלוביק
- Казнь рядового Словика
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The Execution of Private Slovik FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Execution of Private Slovik, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Execution of Private Slovik?
The Execution of Private Slovik runs 2 hours (120 minutes).
When was The Execution of Private Slovik released?
The Execution of Private Slovik was released on March 13, 1974.
Who directed The Execution of Private Slovik?
The Execution of Private Slovik was directed by Lamont Johnson.
More films by Lamont Johnson Who is in the cast of The Execution of Private Slovik?
The Execution of Private Slovik stars Martin Sheen as Eddie Slovik, Mariclare Costello as Antoinette Slovik and Gary Busey as Jimmy Feedek, among 25 credited actors.
Does The Execution of Private Slovik have a post-credit scene?
No. The Execution of Private Slovik has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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