Heaven Knows, Mr. Allison

A Roman Catholic nun and a hard-bitten US Marine are stranded together on a Japanese-occupied island in the South Pacific during World War II. Under constant threat of discovery by a ruthless enemy, they hide in a cave and forage for food together. Their forced companionship and the struggle for survival forge a powerful emotional bond between them.

Tagline

“They were alone on this Pacific Island... trapped behind enemy lines... the marine who had been thru Hell and Sister Angela with her supreme faith in God.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Adventure, War, Drama

Director

John Huston

Original Language

EN

What is Heaven Knows, Mr. Allison about?

A Roman Catholic nun and a hard-bitten US Marine are stranded together on a Japanese-occupied island in the South Pacific during World War II. Under constant threat of discovery by a ruthless enemy, they hide in a cave and forage for food together. Their forced companionship and the struggle for survival forge a powerful emotional bond between them.

Who directed Heaven Knows, Mr. Allison?

Heaven Knows, Mr. Allison was directed by John Huston.

When was Heaven Knows, Mr. Allison released?

Heaven Knows, Mr. Allison was released on March 13, 1957.

How long is Heaven Knows, Mr. Allison?

Heaven Knows, Mr. Allison has a runtime of 1h 48m.

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