The Sand Pebbles is a sweeping historical drama released in 1966, adapted from Richard McKenna’s acclaimed novel and brought to the screen under the direction of Robert Wise. Starring Steve McQueen as Jake Holman, alongside Richard Attenborough, Candice Bergen, and Mako, the film explores themes of duty, isolation, and cultural conflict against the backdrop of 1920s China. The screenplay captures the quiet tension aboard the U.S. Navy gunboat San Pablo, blending introspective character moments with large scale political and moral stakes. For readers interested in classic cinema, this screenplay offers a detailed look at how dialogue, pacing, and structure support one of the era’s most respected dramatic films.
This collector’s edition screenplay of The Sand Pebbles is thoughtfully prepared for film study, personal collection, or visual display. Presented as a professionally formatted movie script, it reflects the narrative depth and tonal restraint that made the film a critical success and an Academy Award nominee. Whether examined for its character development, historical context, or cinematic storytelling techniques, this film script serves as a valuable reference for screenwriters, students, and collectors who appreciate landmark Hollywood productions. The layout mirrors a readable studio draft style that allows the story to be experienced directly from the screenplay page.
A must-have for anyone collecting iconic Hollywood screenplays.
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Professionally formatted The Sand Pebbles screenplay
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Available as an emailed PDF delivered within 1–3 business days or as a printed copy shipped via USPS
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Clear studio-style formatting suitable for study, display, or collection
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Professional formatted edition of the film screenplay used in production development
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Ideal for screenwriters, producers, directors, studios, casting professionals, actors, film students, collectors and fans passionate about movies and cinematic storytelling
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Disclaimer:
This is a collector’s reproduction of the original screenplay, provided for personal study, research, or collection purposes. It is not an original production-used script and does not grant performance rights.
