The Bridge on the River Kwai
The classic story of English POWs in Burma forced to build a bridge to aid the war effort of their Japanese captors. British and American intelligence officers conspire to blow up the structure, but Col. Nicholson, the commander who supervised the bridge's construction, has acquired a sense of pride in his creation and tries to foil their plans.
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Frequently asked questions about The Bridge on the River Kwai
Where can I watch The Bridge on the River Kwai in the United States?
The Bridge on the River Kwai is available to stream on Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Bridge on the River Kwai for free?
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What are the ratings for The Bridge on the River Kwai?
The Bridge on the River Kwai scores 7.8 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Bridge on the River Kwai?
The Bridge on the River Kwai stars William Holden, Alec Guinness, Jack Hawkins, Sessue Hayakawa, and James Donald. David Lean is the director.
How long is The Bridge on the River Kwai?
The Bridge on the River Kwai runs 2h 42m (162 minutes).
When did The Bridge on the River Kwai come out?
The Bridge on the River Kwai was released on October 11, 1957.
Which studio made The Bridge on the River Kwai?
The Bridge on the River Kwai was produced by Horizon Pictures in the United Kingdom.
What was the budget for The Bridge on the River Kwai?
The Bridge on the River Kwai was made on a budget of $2,800,000.
How much did The Bridge on the River Kwai make at the box office?
The Bridge on the River Kwai grossed $44,908,000 worldwide, against a budget of $2,800,000.
What languages is The Bridge on the River Kwai in?
The Bridge on the River Kwai is in Japanese, Thai, and English, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.