For Whom the Bell Tolls (1943): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: For Whom the Bell Tolls
Director: Sam Wood
Genre: War, Romance, History, Drama, Adventure
Released: 1943
Duration: 170 min
Cast: Gary Cooper, Ingrid Bergman, Akim Tamiroff, Arturo de Córdova, Vladimir Sokoloff

What For Whom the Bell Tolls Is About

Spain in the 1930s is the place to be for a man of action like Robert Jordan. There is a civil war going on and Jordan—who has joined up on the side that appeals most to idealists of that era—has been given a high-risk assignment up in the mountains. He awaits the right time to blow up a crucial bridge in order to halt the enemy's progress.

How did this film move you?

Trailer

▶

Frequently Asked Questions

What is For Whom the Bell Tolls about?

Spain in the 1930s is the place to be for a man of action like Robert Jordan. There is a civil war going on and Jordan—who has joined up on the side that appeals most to idealists of that era—has been given a high-risk assignment up in the mountains.

Where can I watch For Whom the Bell Tolls?

For Whom the Bell Tolls is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is For Whom the Bell Tolls?

For Whom the Bell Tolls runs for 170 minutes (2h 50m).

When did For Whom the Bell Tolls come out?

For Whom the Bell Tolls was released in 1943.

Who directed For Whom the Bell Tolls?

For Whom the Bell Tolls was directed by Sam Wood.

Who stars in For Whom the Bell Tolls?

For Whom the Bell Tolls stars Gary Cooper, Ingrid Bergman, Akim Tamiroff, Arturo de Córdova.

What is For Whom the Bell Tolls's rating?

For Whom the Bell Tolls holds 6.8/10 on IMDb and 6.5/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 66 out of 100.