A Private Battle (1980): cast, story & where to watch
1980 · Film
Released in 1980, A Private Battle is a drama and tv movie film directed by Robert Michael Lewis, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A dramatization of the story of noted writer/journalist Cornelius Ryan, author of "The Longest Day," and the valiant battle against terminal cancer that led him to write about his ordeal, with the help of his loving wife, while at the same time determined to complete "A Bridge Too Far," which he had spent years researching.
Who’s in it. A Private Battle stars Jack Warden as Cornelius Ryan, Anne Jackson as Kathryn Morgan Ryan, David Stockton as Geoffrey Ryan and Rachael Kelly as Vicki Ryan, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Private Battle page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Private Battle tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Private Battle (1980)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Private Battle change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in A Private Battle?
- A Private Battle stars Jack Warden, Anne Jackson, David Stockton, Rachael Kelly and Peter Jeffries.
- When was A Private Battle released?
- A Private Battle was released in 1980, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.