Resting Place
“Military honors knows no color”
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A television movie set in Rockville, Georgia, in 1972. Major Kendall Laird, a Survival Assistance Officer, arrives in this sleepy little town with the body of Lieutenant Dwyte Johnson, a Vietnam war hero. It's Laird's job to help Johnson's parents bury their son. But since the dead hero was black, his parents are turned away by the white racists who maintain the town's "all-white" cemetery.
Cast
John Lithgow
as Maj. Kendall Laird
Morgan Freeman
as Luther Johnson
CCH Pounder
as Ada Johnson
Frances Sternhagen
as Eudora McCallister
Richard Brooks
as Booker T. Douglas
Richard Bradford
as Gen. Willard P. Hauer
G.D. Spradlin
as Sam Jennings
M. Emmet Walsh
as Sarge
John Philbin
as Bradford Erskine
Brian Tarantina
as Sp4 Beyer
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Stream Resting Place online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A popular drama movie originally produced in English and released in 1986, it's earned a solid 6.3/10 from 18 viewers worldwide.
About Resting Place
“Military honors knows no color”
A television movie set in Rockville, Georgia, in 1972. Major Kendall Laird, a Survival Assistance Officer, arrives in this sleepy little town with the body of Lieutenant Dwyte Johnson, a Vietnam war hero. It's Laird's job to help Johnson's parents bury their son. But since the dead hero was black, his parents are turned away by the white racists who maintain the town's "all-white" cemetery. Running 100 minutes.
Resting Place Cast and Characters
The cast features John Lithgow (as Maj. Kendall Laird), Morgan Freeman (as Luther Johnson), CCH Pounder (as Ada Johnson), Frances Sternhagen (as Eudora McCallister), and Richard Brooks (as Booker T. Douglas). Their performances are a major reason Resting Place has built such a passionate audience.
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Resting Place 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.
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Where can I watch Resting Place online for free?
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How long is Resting Place?
Resting Place runs for 100 minutes (about 1.7 hours).
Is Resting Place good? What's the rating?
Resting Place holds a 6.3/10 rating based on 18 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Resting Place?
The main cast includes John Lithgow, Morgan Freeman, CCH Pounder, and Frances Sternhagen, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Resting Place available in English?
Yes — Resting Place was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Resting Place released?
Resting Place was released in 1986.
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What is Resting Place about?
Resting Place is a Drama English-language film. A television movie set in Rockville, Georgia, in 1972. Major Kendall Laird, a Survival Assistance Officer, arrives in this sleepy little town with the body of Lieutenant Dwyte Johnson, a Vietnam war hero. It's Laird's job to help Johnson's parents bury their son. But since the dead hero was black, his parents are turned away by the white racists who maintain the town's "all-white" cemetery.
When was Resting Place released?
Resting Place was released on April 27, 1986. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. The film was produced by Marian Rees Associates.
Who stars in Resting Place?
Resting Place stars John Lithgow, Morgan Freeman, CCH Pounder and Frances Sternhagen. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Resting Place available in HD?
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