Taps
““This school is our home, we think it's worth defending.””
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About
Military cadets take extreme measures to ensure the future of their academy when its existence is threatened by local condo developers.
Cast
George C. Scott
as General Harlan Bache
Timothy Hutton
as Cadet Major Brian Moreland
Ronny Cox
as Colonel Kerby
Sean Penn
as Cadet Captain Alex Dwyer
Tom Cruise
as Cadet Captain David Shawn
John P. Navin, Jr.
as Derek Mellott
Billy Van Zandt
as Bug
Evan Handler
as Edward West
Giancarlo Esposito
as Cadet Captain J.C. Pierce
Brendan Ward
as Charlie Auden
Donald Kimmel
as Billy Harris
Timothy Wahrer
as Cadet Major John Cooper
Tim Riley
as Hulk
Jeff Rochlin
as Shovel
Rusty Jacobs
as Rusty
Jess Osuna
as Dean Ferris
David Reed
as Townnie
Earl Hindman
as Lieutenant Hanson
Ed Spinelli
as Townie (uncredited)
David McGinley
as Cadet
Where does Taps rank today?
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About Taps
““This school is our home, we think it's worth defending.””
Military cadets take extreme measures to ensure the future of their academy when its existence is threatened by local condo developers. Running 126 minutes.
Taps Cast and Characters
The cast features George C. Scott (as General Harlan Bache), Timothy Hutton (as Cadet Major Brian Moreland), Ronny Cox (as Colonel Kerby), Sean Penn (as Cadet Captain Alex Dwyer), and Tom Cruise (as Cadet Captain David Shawn). Their performances are a major reason Taps has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Taps NowWhy People Are Watching Taps
Taps flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taps
Where can I watch Taps online for free?
You can watch Taps online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is Taps?
Taps runs for 126 minutes (about 2.1 hours).
Is Taps good? What's the rating?
Taps holds a 6.8/10 rating based on 296 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Taps?
The main cast includes George C. Scott, Timothy Hutton, Ronny Cox, and Sean Penn, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Taps available in English?
Yes — Taps was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Taps released?
Taps was released in 1981.
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Where can I watch Taps for free?
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What is Taps about?
Taps is a Drama English-language film. Military cadets take extreme measures to ensure the future of their academy when its existence is threatened by local condo developers.
When was Taps released?
Taps was released on December 20, 1981. It has a runtime of 2h 6m. The film was produced by 20th Century Fox.
Who stars in Taps?
Taps stars George C. Scott, Timothy Hutton, Ronny Cox and Sean Penn. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Taps available in HD?
Yes, Taps is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.