Hell Is for Heroes
1962, English. Directed by Don Siegel.
This is the living hell for heroes
World War II drama where the action centers around a single maneuver by a squad of GIs in retaliation against the force of the German Siegfried line. Reese joins a group of weary GIs unexpectedly ordered back into the line when on their way to a rest area. While most of the men withdraw from their positions facing a German pillbox at the far side of a mine-field, half a dozen men are left to protect a wide front. By various ruses, they manage to convince the Germans that a large force is still holding the position. Then Reese leads two of the men in an unauthorized and unsuccessful attack on the pillbox, in which the other two are killed; and when the main platoon returns, he is threatened with court-martial. Rather that face the disgrace, and in an attempt to show he was right, he makes a one-man attack on the pillbox.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 140 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Hell Is for Heroes
Hell Is for Heroes isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Don SiegelDirector
- Steve McQueenPvt. John Reese
- Bobby DarinPvt. Dave 'J.J.' Corby
- Fess ParkerSgt. Bill Pike
- Harry GuardinoSgt. Jim Larkin
- James CoburnCpl. Frank Henshaw
- Mike KellinPvt. Stan Kolinsky
- Joseph HooverCapt. Roger Loomis
- Bill MullikinPvt. Joe Cumberly
- L.Q. JonesSupply Sgt. Frazer
- Michele MontauMonique Ouidel
- Don HaggertyCapt. Mace
- Nick AdamsHomer Janeczek
Details
- Released
- 26 June 1962
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Pirosh, Richard Carr
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Hell Is for Heroes: quick answers
Is Hell Is for Heroes worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 140 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Hell Is for Heroes?
Hell Is for Heroes runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
Does Hell Is for Heroes have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Hell Is for Heroes. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Hell Is for Heroes parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Hell Is for Heroes is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Hell Is for Heroes on?
Hell Is for Heroes isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 2 November 2026.)
What movies are like Hell Is for Heroes?
If you liked Hell Is for Heroes, try The Longest Day, The Guns of Navarone, Battle of the Bulge.
Who directed Hell Is for Heroes?
Hell Is for Heroes (1962) was directed by Don Siegel and stars Steve McQueen, Bobby Darin, Fess Parker.