'Ike: The War Years' Part One (1979) General Eisenhower WW2 TV-Movie

Part 1 or 3. TV Mini-Series about the life of Dwight D. Eisenhower - During World War II, General Eisenhower serves as Supreme Commander of the Allied Forces in Europe. On a personal level, he has an extramarital affair with his driver Kay Summersby. Mostly focusing on his time as Supreme Commander in Europe during World War II. The story is based on Kay Summersby's 1948 memoir "Eisenhower Was My Boss" and her 1975 autobiography, "Past Forgetting: My Love Affair."

Historical sources for the movie included official files of the United States Army; the Office of the Chief of Military History; the National Archives; public records and documents. The production starred Robert Duvall as General Eisenhower, Lee Remick as Kay Summersby and Dana Andrews as George C. Marshall. This war series garnered five Emmy Award nominations.

Originally airing on May 3rd, 1979. For education, entertainment, enlightenment and inspiration. We hope you enjoy!

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[robertjones]

I'd like to add a comment reference the 80-year-old viewer who thought the movie "stunk." I am a 78-year-old son of a father who died four years ago just shy of his 102nd birthday, and who was a scout pilot during the war in Europe until he was shot-down and sent to a prisoner of camp in Germany. He thought this was a great movie, one of his favorites. Being a member of the greatest generation, he knew firsthand what the war was all about.

[chadczternastek]

When Winston Churchill gave the speech after the Battle Of Britain, the use of the words "finest hour" was the most beautiful words possible. The sacrifices the British made as a country was so paramount, and the way he made public appearances walking the streets with the people and visiting the troops was so brave and uplifting.

[joeyperez]

Great movie, reminds me of the warrior spirit of US soldiers when led by true leaders, as in Ike, Patton, Bradley, Montgomery, unlike the candy ass perverted generals we now have.

[LarryG-is]

All will see God one day and know that God is God.

[Rosebudbublegum]

I recall this mini-series, which I was following with interest at the beginning of the 80s, but which was broadcast very late at night on Algerian television, so that I missed my first session at school and was called in by the principal for my absence, I had honestly explained to him that I had slept late after having viewed the series IKE, for this the principal had not sanctioned me and had ordered me to return to my class, I was only 12 at that time, in 1980, now, as Sinatra said, I'm in the autumn of the year, and it was a very good year.

[themagageneral]

Decent movie the actor who plays Patton does not have the same flare as George C. Scott or the real life Patton.

[agamemnongames]

I was eight years old when I saw this movie. I think it was the first time I had become aware of Ike. I remember this was a Made for Television movie. Of all the Ike movies, this is my favorite movie. The cast in this movie were some of the best actors before the 1980s. I think this was Lee Remick's best movie.

[brians]

Had no idea the French fought against the allies. What a bunch of nobheads

[joeblow]

I'm not sure what people want in a tv mini series from 1979. All things considered they did a decent not good job.
It is not the caliber of the better WW2 films made in the 60s and 70s.(Longest day, Bridge too far, Midway). You would not expect it to be. I think those films influenced this one.

[Petal]

Seemingly Winston Churchill said make sure his driver is a pretty unmarried female so he will spent more time in Britain.

[jonelliott]

I went to a high school named after ike.

[RalphTempleton-vrxs]

Good movie, but itd be nice if it had been remastered in HD. The tv quality film is evident but it doesnt detract from the story

[johnhill]

Who knew the European Theater was all about Kay Summersby?

[jorge]

In its genre, this is quite watchable. Very much awaiting the rest.

[Carl-htcg]

A good movie in honor of our fathers and mother's that served in the war😎

[edtrine]

Now don't tell the President how to steer his wheel chair!

[johnchrysostomon]

Right near the end there's a fighter attacking ground troops and someone calls out that it's am Me-109 (or Bf-109) but it has a radial engine so it's definitely not that plane

And of course all the tanks are wrong

[nickdanger]

"In writing thus, the General was but reflecting the views of Eisenhower, in due course to be chief of the invasion forces. On assuming command of the North African expedition, that great leader had from the first preached the doctrine of intimate and continuous co-operation between all Allied fighting men, and saw to it that, at least among his own staff, it was practised with conviction and success. At all times, and especially at moments of crisis, the whole weight of his influence was thrown on the side of unity, and it was decisive. This was not the least of the services he rendered to the Allied cause."
page 81
Hyperwar Royal Air Force 1939 1945 Vol III

[francesruthharris]

Thank you for this human history. It is much appreciated. Kaye shows us an important reality. We learn much about women during this time.

[winstontoh]

Great show on Ike. Remember there was this series on TV in the late 70s starring Robert Duvall as Gen Ike. Finally get to see it again. Thanks for the upload!