A Walk in the Sun (1978 film)

A Walk in the Sun is a made-for-television war drama film released in 1978, directed by Paul Wendkos. It is a remake of the 1945 film of the same name, which was based on the novel by Harry Brown. The film depicts the experiences of a platoon of American soldiers landing in Italy during World War II's invasion of Salerno in 1943.

The narrative focuses on the psychological and emotional toll of combat on the soldiers as they move inland to capture a strategic farmhouse. The film attempts to portray the realistic anxieties, fears, and camaraderie among the men under intense pressure. While sharing the same title and basic plot with the earlier film, this version features a different cast and presents a modernized, sometimes grittier, depiction of the war experience. It explores similar themes of leadership, duty, and the futility of war. The 1978 version generally lacks the critical acclaim and enduring popularity of the original 1945 film.