An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge
Seen it?1961 | 28 min | Drama, Fantasy
Weeknight Watchearly ratingWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
With a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz, it's a mixed bag. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for fantasy fans. If you loved Bad Day at Black Rock, start here.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 28 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1961: an older pace and style.
During the American Civil War, a Southerner is about to be hanged from a bridge for sabotage when something unexpected happens.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
- AudiencesSolid
7.6 out of 10
- AwardsSolid
Won 1 Oscar: Best Live Action Short Film.
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactWeak
Not enough engagement data yet
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Cast & crew
Directed by Robert Enrico
- Roger JacquetPeyton Farquhar
- Anne CornalyMrs. Farquhar
- Anker-Spang LarsenUnion Officer #1
- Stéphane FeyUnion Officer #2
- Jean-François ZellerUnion Sergeant
- Pierre DannyUnion Soldier #1
- Louis AdelinUnion Soldier #2