The Great Santini (1979) | Full Movie | Robert Duvall

"A warrior without a war". Lt. Col. Wilbur "Bull" Meechum is a hotshot Marine Corps pilot who treats his family like troops under his command. Based on the acclaimed novel by Pat Conroy, this 1979 drama explores the turbulent relationship between a demanding, authoritarian father and his rebellious eldest son, Ben, as the family settles into a new life in peacetime 1962 South Carolina. Nominated for two Academy Awards: Best Actor in a Leading Role and Best Actor in a Supporting Role. Director/Writer: Lewis John Carlino Robert Duvall as Lt. Col. Wilbur "Bull" Meechum Blythe Danner as Lillian Meechum Michael O'Keefe as Ben Meechum Released: 1979 | Runtime: 1h 55m