Twelve O'Clock High
1949, English. Directed by Henry King.
A story of twelve men as their women never knew them...
In the early days of daylight bombing raids over Germany, General Frank Savage must take command of a 'hard luck' bomber group. Much of the story deals with his struggle to whip his group into a disciplined fighting unit in spite of heavy losses, and withering attacks by German fighters over their targets.
- Runtime
- 2h 12m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Henry KingDirector
- Gregory PeckBrigadier General Frank Savage
- Hugh MarloweLieutenant Colonel Ben Gately
- Gary MerrillColonel Keith Davenport
- Millard MitchellMajor General Patrick Pritchard
- Dean JaggerMajor / Lieutenant Colonel Harvey Stovall
- Robert ArthurSergeant McIllhenny
- Paul StewartMajor "Doc" Kaiser (flight surgeon)
- John KelloggMajor Cobb
- Robert PattenLieutenant Bishop
- Lee MacGregorLieutenant Zimmerman
- Sam EdwardsLieutenant Birdwell
- Roger AndersonInterrogation Officer
Details
- Released
- 21 December 1949
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Beirne Lay Jr., Sy Bartlett
- Box office
- $3.2M
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What Twelve O'Clock High is based on
Twelve O'Clock High is adapted from a novel.
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Twelve O'Clock High: quick answers
Is Twelve O'Clock High worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 168 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Twelve O'Clock High?
Twelve O'Clock High runs 132 minutes (2h 12m).
Does Twelve O'Clock High have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Twelve O'Clock High. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Twelve O'Clock High parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Twelve O'Clock High is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Twelve O'Clock High on?
Twelve O'Clock High isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Twelve O'Clock High?
If you liked Twelve O'Clock High, try Bat★21, The Kill Team, The Eagle Has Landed.
Who directed Twelve O'Clock High?
Twelve O'Clock High (1949) was directed by Henry King and stars Gregory Peck, Hugh Marlowe, Gary Merrill.
What is Twelve O'Clock High based on?
Twelve O'Clock High is adapted from a novel.