The Hasty Heart
1949, English. Directed by Vincent Sherman.
They had 30 days to teach their hearts to behave ... !
In the final days of World War II, in a MASH unit in Burma, a severely wounded corporal watches in dismay as fellow soldiers pack-up to return home but a caring nurse and five remaining soldiers bring him solace.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Vincent ShermanDirector
- Ronald ReaganYank
- Patricia NealSister Margaret Parker
- Richard ToddCpl. Lachlan "Lachie" MacLachlan
- Anthony NichollsLt. Col. Dunn
- Howard Marion-CrawfordTommy
- Ralph MichaelKiwi
- John ShermanDigger
- Alfie BassOrderly
- Orlando MartinsBlossom
- Robert DouglasNarrator (voice) (uncredited)
- Clive DunnMacDougall (uncredited)
- John GregsonRecruit in Jungle (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 20 September 1949
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Ranald MacDougall
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What The Hasty Heart is based on
The Hasty Heart is based on The Hasty Heart by John Patrick.
The Hasty Heart
By John Patrick
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How long is The Hasty Heart?
The Hasty Heart runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does The Hasty Heart have a post-credits scene?
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The Hasty Heart parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Hasty Heart is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Hasty Heart on?
The Hasty Heart isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Hasty Heart?
If you liked The Hasty Heart, try Waiting for Anya, The Last Rifleman, Battleground.
Who directed The Hasty Heart?
The Hasty Heart (1949) was directed by Vincent Sherman and stars Ronald Reagan, Patricia Neal, Richard Todd.
What is The Hasty Heart based on?
The Hasty Heart is based on The Hasty Heart by John Patrick.