This war drama depicts the U.S. and Japanese forces in the naval Battle of Midway, which became a turning point for Americans during World War II.

Charlton Hestonas Capt. Matthew Garth
Henry Fondaas Adm. Chester W. Nimitz
James Coburnas Capt. Vinton Maddox
Glenn Fordas Rear Admiral Raymond A. Spruance
Hal Holbrookas Cmdr. Joseph Rochefort
Robert Mitchumas Vice Adm. William F. 'Bull' Halsey Jr.
Toshirō Mifuneas Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto
Cliff Robertsonas Cmdr. Jessop
Robert Wagneras Lt.Cmdr. Blake
Robert Webberas Admiral Jack Fletcher