
A group of war prisoners has spilt blood, sweat and tears to construct a bridge over the river Kwai in Thailand. Just when the bridge is ready, an American bomber arrives and destroys it. Camp commander Tanaka wants to set an example and orders that some of the prisoners must be executed. Just in time major Harada arrives with orders that the healthiest prisoners must be transported to Japan by train and boat. A treacherous journey since the allied forces keep a close eye on railroads and practically own the seas.

as Major Benford

as Lieutenant Tanaka

as Lieutenant Crawford

as Colonel Grayson

as Seaman Miller

as Lt. Commander Hunt

as Sergeant Perry

as Benford's Patient

as Major Harada

as Boonrod

as Meo Girl

as Anon

as Lieutenant Yamashita

as Frenchman in Saigon

as Lady in Saigon