Introduction

The Pacific is a 2010 American war drama miniseries produced by HBO, Playtone, and DreamWorks that premiered in the United States on 14 March 2010.

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Outline

John Basilone and the 7th Marines land on Guadalcanal to bolster the defences around Henderson Field. Basilone, attempting to relocate his machine gun to a better position, bare-handedly cradles the hot barrel while in action, severely burning his arms, and continues fighting.

The Pacific Series

You can find a full index of The Pacific here.

Production & Filming Details

• Writer(s): Bruce C. McKenna.
• Release Date: 21 March 2010.
• Running Time: 540 minutes (total running time).
• Country: US.
• Language: English.