First to Fight
1967, English. Directed by Christian Nyby.
The Blockbuster Story of a Fighting Marine That Comes Mortar-Screaming Out of Green Hells and Jungles!
Jack is the sole survivor of a Japanese attack on his squad at Guadalcanal. Because of his heroism and the fact that he is still alive, he becomes a Medal of Honor hero. He returns to train new recruits for the Marines and falls for a girl named Peggy. When training and marriage leave him with an empty feeling, he decides on a transfer back to the front lines. Soon he will find that marriage and life will change his outlook on the grueling battles that lie ahead.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Christian NybyDirector
- Chad EverettJack Connell
- Gene HackmanSergeant Tweed
- Marilyn DevinPeggy Sanford
- Dean JaggerColonel Baseman
- Bobby TroupLieutenant Overman
- Claude AkinsCaptain Mason
- James BestSergeant Carnavan
- Norman AldenSergeant Schmidtmer
- Bobs WatsonSergeant Maypole
- Ken SwoffordO'Brien
- Ray ReeseHawkins
- Garry GoodgionKarl
Details
- Released
- 25 January 1967
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Gene L. Coon
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First to Fight runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
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First to Fight is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is First to Fight on?
First to Fight isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like First to Fight?
If you liked First to Fight, try Dear John, They Were Expendable, The Codes of War.
Who directed First to Fight?
First to Fight (1967) was directed by Christian Nyby and stars Chad Everett, Gene Hackman, Marilyn Devin.