The Devil's Brigade
Directed by Andrew V. McLaglenDuring World War II, a special fighting unit is formed that combines a crack Canadian Army unit and a conglomeration of U.S. Army misfits who had previously served time in military jails. After an initial period of conflict between the two groups, their enmity turns to respect and friendship, and the unit is sent Italy to attempt a dangerous mission that has heretofore been considered impossible to carry out.
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- Mister ArnNovember 15, 2024The Devil's Brigade follows a group of American misfits joining forces with a Canadian commando unit, shaped into an elite team under William Holden's Lt. Colonel Robert T. Frederick. While it touches on the psychological toll of war, the film leans more on over-the-top heroism and camaraderie.
- flavo43November 28, 2025The Devil’s Brigade is an energetic and engaging war film that dramatizes the formation and exploits of the real-life 1st Special Service Force—a unique joint commando unit made up of American and Canadian soldiers. While the movie adds a healthy dose of Hollywood flair, especially in its character interactions and moments of levity, it still makes a sincere effort to portray the unit’s rigorous training, evolving camaraderie, and battlefield accomplishments with fairness and respect. The clash between the rougher American recruits and the disciplined Canadian troops provides much of the film’s humour and heart, eventually giving way to a believable bond that honours the historical legacy of the Force. The action sequences are exciting and well staged, and the film captures the spirit of determination and resourcefulness that made the 1st Special Service Force so formidable. Though not a perfectly accurate historical account, The Devil’s Brigade remains a thoroughly enjoyable tribute to an extraordinary military unit.
The Devil's Brigade Trivia
The Devil's Brigade was released on August 2, 1968.
The Devil's Brigade was directed by Andrew V. McLaglen.
The Devil's Brigade has a runtime of 2 hr 10 min.
The Devil's Brigade was produced by David L. Wolper.
The key characters in The Devil's Brigade are Lt. Col. Robert T. Frederick (William Holden), Major Alan Crown (Cliff Robertson), Major Cliff Bricker (Vince Edwards).
The Devil's Brigade is rated Not Rated.
The Devil's Brigade is a War, Action, Drama film.
The Devil's Brigade has an audience rating of 6.8 out of 10.