Why We Fight: Prelude to War
The US government puts the finger on the United Nations' enemies
Prelude to War was the first film of Frank Capra's Why We Fight propaganda film series, commissioned by the Pentagon and George C. Marshall. It was made to convince American troops of the necessity of combating the Axis Powers during World War II. This film examines the differences between democratic and fascist states.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Why We Fight: Prelude to War
- Genres: Documentary, War
- Release Date: 1942-05-27
- Runtime: 53 minutes
- Rating: 6.4/10 (67 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: War Activities Committee of the Motion Pictures Industry, U.S. War Department
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.252
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Walter Huston
as Self - Narrator (voice)
Max Schmeling
as Self - German paratrooper (archive footage)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Why We Fight: Prelude to War?▼
Why We Fight: Prelude to War is a Documentary, War movie directed by . It was released on 1942-05-27.
Who are the main actors in Why We Fight: Prelude to War?▼
The main cast includes Walter Huston, Max Schmeling, .
Where can I watch Why We Fight: Prelude to War online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Why We Fight: Prelude to War is available.
Is Why We Fight: Prelude to War based on a true story?▼
The US government puts the finger on the United Nations' enemies
What is the IMDb rating of Why We Fight: Prelude to War?▼
Why We Fight: Prelude to War has an IMDb rating of 6.4/10 based on 67 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Why We Fight: Prelude to War?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Why We Fight: Prelude to War?▼
The soundtrack was composed by War Activities Committee of the Motion Pictures Industry, U.S. War Department. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Why We Fight: Prelude to War filmed?▼
Why We Fight: Prelude to War was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Why We Fight: Prelude to War?▼
The total runtime of Why We Fight: Prelude to War is 53 minutes.
Is Why We Fight: Prelude to War suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Why We Fight: Prelude to War?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Why We Fight: Prelude to War.
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