The Americanization of Emily
Character Oscar-nominee James Garner ("Maverick", TV's "The Rockford Files") stars as a pacifistic American naval officer who discovers that he has been selected to become the first casualty of the Normandy invasion as part of a military PR scheme. As he deals with this, he tries to win the heart of a British widower, played by Oscar-winner Julie Andrews ("The Sound of Music," "Victor/Victoria," "Mary Poppins"). Nominated for two Academy Awards, this black romantic comedy also stars Oscar-winners Melvyn Douglas ("Being There," "Hud") and James Coburn ("The Great Escape," "Affliction"). Directed by Oscar-winner Arthur Hiller ("Love Story," "Beverly Hills Cop III"). Written by Academy Award-winner Paddy Chayefsky ("Network," "Altered States"). Selected by the prestigious American Film Institute as one of the 400 best American films of all time.
Starring James Garner, Julie Andrews, Melvyn Douglas
Director Arthur Hiller