Who is Col. Thorwald in Gung Ho!?

Randolph Scott plays Col. Thorwald in the film.

What is Gung Ho! about?

During the Pacific phase of World War II, Marine Col. Thorwald (Randolph Scott) puts together a special strike force to capture the Makin Island, a strategic territory held by Japan. He goes out of his way to select soldiers who are rugged or unbalanced misfits, such as former boxer "Pig-Iron" Matthews (Bob Mitchum) and yokel Rube Tedrow (Rod Cameron) ]. As their raid draws closer, Thorwald dispatches with all ranks and titles, and trains his group using unconventional methods.

Gung Ho!

Name: Gung Ho!
Genre: Drama Action/Adventure
Duration: 88
Rating: 50

NR 1 hr 28 min

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Gung Ho!?: Gung Ho! is 1 hr 28 min long.

Who directed Gung Ho!?: Ray Enright

Who is Col. Thorwald in Gung Ho!?: Randolph Scott plays Col. Thorwald in the film.

What is Gung Ho! about?: During the Pacific phase of World War II, Marine Col. Thorwald (Randolph Scott) puts together a special strike force to capture the Makin Island, a strategic territory held by Japan. He goes out of his way to select soldiers who are rugged or unbalanced misfits, such as former boxer "Pig-Iron" Matthews (Bob Mitchum) and yokel Rube Tedrow (Rod Cameron) ]. As their raid draws closer, Thorwald dispatches with all ranks and titles, and trains his group using unconventional methods.