Plot — What is Dearest Enemy about?
This live TV adaptation of the Broadway musical "Dearest Enemy" from 1925 is based on an American Revolutionary War incident in September 1776 when Mary Lindley Murray, under orders from General George Washington, detained General William Howe and his British troops by serving them cake, wine and conversation in her Kips Bay, Manhattan home long enough for some 4,000 American soldiers, fleeing their loss in the Battle of Brooklyn, to reassemble in Washington Heights and join reinforcements to make a successful counterattack.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1955 |
| Genre | Music, War, TV Movie |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 77 min |
| Audience Score | 100% (10.0/10, 1 votes) |
Dearest Enemy — FAQ
Is Dearest Enemy worth watching? Dearest Enemy holds a 10.0/10 rating from 1 viewers. This live TV adaptation of the Broadway musical "Dearest Enemy" from 1925 is based on an American Revolutionary War incident in September 1776 when Mary Lindley Murray, under orders from General George Washington, detain
Who directed Dearest Enemy? Directed by Max Liebman.
Who is in the cast of Dearest Enemy? It stars Anne Jeffreys, Robert Sterling, Cornelia Otis Skinner, Cyril Ritchard, Donald Burr, Don Driver and more.
Where can I stream Dearest Enemy? Streaming availability for Dearest Enemy is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Dearest Enemy release? It released in 1955.
