However, it is rivaled by a 1962 John Wayne movie that is, arguably, more realistic.

The Longest Day’s castis an enormous international ensemble, which includes Sean Connery and Henry Fonda.

Historical mistakes could have been catastrophic for everyone involved, andThe Longest Dayhas been praisedfor its accuracy.

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This very human story resonated with viewers, andSaving Private Ryanwon five Academy Awards.

The reports of hearing distortion were from veterans' accounts of the war.

Tom Hanks stars as Captain John Miller in Steven Spielberg’s 1998 WWII film.

36 Years Before Saving Private Ryan, John Wayne Was In The Best D-Day Movie Ever Made

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Matt Damon, Edward Burns, and Tom Sizemore also star.

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The Longest Day is a 1962 war film depicting the events of June 6, 1944, from multiple perspectives, including the German, US, British, Canadian, and Free French forces, as they navigate the complexities of the D-Day invasion.

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The Longest Day is a 1962 war film depicting the events of June 6, 1944, from multiple perspectives, including the German, US, British, Canadian, and Free French forces, as they navigate the complexities of the D-Day invasion.

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