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The Purple Plain

6.519541h 38mNRMovieDramaAdventureWar

An RAF airfield in Burma in 1945, during World War II. Canadian bomber pilot Bill Forrester is a bitter man who lives haunted by a tragic past. He has became a reckless warrior, and is feared by his comrades, who consider him a madman. Dr.…

DirectorRobert Parrish
WriterEric Ambler
ProducersEarl St. John·John Bryan

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Cast · Directed by Robert Parrish

GPGregory Peck
Gregory Peck
Bill Forrester
WTWin Min Than
Win Min Than
Anna
BBBrenda De Banzie
Brenda De Banzie
Miss McNab
BLBernard Lee
Bernard Lee
Dr. Harris
MDMaurice Denham
Maurice Denham
Blore
LBLyndon Brook
Lyndon Brook
Carrington
ABAnthony Bushell
Anthony Bushell
Aldridge
JGJosephine Griffin
Josephine Griffin
Mrs. Forrester
RGRam Gopal
Ram Gopal
Mr. Phang
JMJack McNaughton
Jack McNaughton
Sergeant (uncredited)
HS
Harold Siddons
Injured Navigator (uncredited)
MS
Mya Mya Spencer
Dorothy (uncredited)

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The Purple Plain — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Purple Plain?

The Purple Plain is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, ScreenPix and Shout! Factory in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Purple Plain on Netflix?

No, The Purple Plain is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and ScreenPix.

Is The Purple Plain on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Purple Plain is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch The Purple Plain for free?

The Purple Plain is available to stream free (with ads) on Fawesome and Fandango at Home Free in United States.