Midway(1976)
The glory, the suspense, the spectacular drama of the men who won the most decisive naval battle in our history!
This war drama depicts the U.S. and Japanese forces in the naval Battle of Midway, which became a turning point for Americans during World War II.
Movie: Midway
Top 10 Billed Cast
Capt. Matthew Garth
Adm. Chester W. Nimitz
Capt. Vinton Maddox
Rear Admiral Raymond A. Spruance
Cmdr. Joseph Rochefort
Vice Adm. William F. 'Bull' Halsey Jr.
Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto
Cmdr. Jessop
Lt.Cmdr. Blake
Admiral Jack Fletcher
Video Trailer Midway
Video: MIDWAY(1976) Original Theatrical Trailer
MIDWAY(1976) Original Theatrical Trailer
Midway (45th Anniversary) | Tom Needs His Dad's Help | "She's Been Arrested"
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MIDWAY(1976) Original Theatrical Trailer - Trailer
Midway (45th Anniversary) | Tom Needs His Dad's Help | "She's Been Arrested" - Clip
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