Ike: Countdown to D-Day

– This is the story of the senior-level preparations for the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944 from the t..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
7.20 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 29 Minutes
Release Year:
2004
Ike: Countdown to D-Day (2004)

This is the story of the senior-level preparations for the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944 from the time of Dwight D. Eisenhower's appointment as the Supreme Allied Commander in Europe, to the establishment of the beachhead in Normandy. The film recounts many of the trials and tribulation Ike had to face, not the least of which were the many prima donnas surrounding him (Patton, Montgomery and especially de Gaulle) and the need for tact and diplomacy to bring all sides together for what would be the largest amphibious assault ever attempted.

Producing Country:
USA
Genre:
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Ike: Countdown to D-Day (2004) - Trailer

Release Date:

31 May 2004

Language:

English

MPAA Content-Rating:
PG – Parental Guidance Suggested

Some material may not be suitable for children. Parents urged to give "parental guidance". May contain some material parents might not like for their young children.

Director:

Robert Harmon

Writer:

Lionel Chetwynd

Main Actors:

Tom Selleck, James Remar, Timothy Bottoms, Ian Mune

Plot:

This is the story of the senior-level preparations for the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944 from the time of Dwight D. Eisenhower's appointment as the Supreme Allied Commander in Europe, to the establishment of the beachhead in Normandy. The film recounts many of the trials and tribulation Ike had to face, not the least of which were the many prima donnas surrounding him (Patton, Montgomery and especially de Gaulle) and the need for tact and diplomacy to bring all sides together for what would be the largest amphibious assault ever attempted.

Awards:

Nominated for 6 Primetime Emmys. Another 4 nominations.

Production:

Sony Pictures Home Entertainment

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
7.2/10