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KING RAT, based on the novel by James Clavell, deals with the captivity of a group of allied prisoners in the infamous Japanese-run Changi prisoner-of-war camp in Singapore, during World War II. There, an American corporal (George Segal) does whatever he can, including bribing his captors, to live as comfortably as possible, even at the expense of his fellow Allies. Academy Award Nominations: 2, including Best (Black-and-White) Cinematography.

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UPC0043396100558

eBay Product ID (ePID)3440800

Product Key Features

ActorGeorge Segal

RatingNR

Movie/TV TitleKing Rat

DirectorJohn Seton, Bryan Forbes, Turk Thrust

FormatDVD

Release Year2003

GenreDrama

Additional Product Features

Region CodeRegion 1

Number of Discs1

Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom

Leading RoleGeorge Segal

Release Date20030506

Film CountryUnited Kingdom

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4.9

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by gm_us_umj5pf
02 Jul, 2019
The perfect title, when you see the film
Powerful and gripping tale of American and British WW2 POWs in a Japanese prisoner of war camp outside Singapore and how they survive, day to day. Fascinating story told in stark and realistic terms. Brilliant script and so well acted ...Highly recommended.
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by metalkoter
02 Apr, 2020
George Segal at his very, very best. Comparable to William Holden's role in "Stalag 17!"
A quite fact-based depiction about POW's in a Japanese prison during World War 2. Some sad and some funny parts; ALL very enjoyable and entertaining!
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by ILnAhMpkRku@Deleted
04 Jun, 2019
One of my very favorite pics, I I will periodically watch it. I also have a NOOK book version of King Rat and have read it several times.
Very satisfied with the condition of the DVD.
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by cmocrsm1
28 Mar, 2018
King Rat
A classic and must see WW2 movie. Great cast and intensely good script, George Segal shines in one of his earliest parts.
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by michellemybell
05 Aug, 2016
A Missed Gem
I missed seeing this film in the 60's. What a surprise when I recently watched the movie. It is one of the best "war films" I have ever seen. Trust me;see this movie!
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by 10230a
30 Apr, 2022
Great WWII Japanese POW camp movie
Great movie from James Clavell book. Well done
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by labeljefe
26 Nov, 2020
Politics and power in a POW camp
Good adaptation of James Clavell's novel.
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by swhitt12
24 Aug, 2023
great dvd
great DVD
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by jimmyray55
09 Jun, 2023
great
great
Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned