When Hell Was in Session
This film describes Navy Commander Jeremiah Denton's 7-and-a-half years as a prisoner of war. Held in numerous, brutal POW camps, he faced starvation, torture and terrible living conditions brought on by his North Vietnamese captors in an effort to keep communication alive between the prisoners. His wife, Jane, is also arranging a POW wives league in the U.S. in order to popularize their plight.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: When Hell Was in Session
- Genres: Drama, TV Movie
- Release Date: 1979-10-08
- Runtime: 98 minutes
- Rating: 7/10 (1 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Aubrey-Hamner Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.4984
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Hal Holbrook
as Cmdr. Jeremiah A. Denton
Eva Marie Saint
as Jane Denton
Mako
as Maj. Bai
Ronny Cox
as Maj. Frank Perrin
Renne Jarrett
as Nancy Tschudy
Richard Evans
as Lt. Alec Vardis
James Hong
as Nguyen
Tom Bower
as Lt. Jim Norton
Stephen Keep Mills
as Lt. Bill Grainger
Byron Chung
as Quoc
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is When Hell Was in Session?▼
When Hell Was in Session is a Drama, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1979-10-08.
Who are the main actors in When Hell Was in Session?▼
The main cast includes Hal Holbrook, Eva Marie Saint, Mako, Ronny Cox, Renne Jarrett, .
Where can I watch When Hell Was in Session online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if When Hell Was in Session is available.
Is When Hell Was in Session based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of When Hell Was in Session?▼
When Hell Was in Session has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 1 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of When Hell Was in Session?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for When Hell Was in Session?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Aubrey-Hamner Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was When Hell Was in Session filmed?▼
When Hell Was in Session was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is When Hell Was in Session?▼
The total runtime of When Hell Was in Session is 98 minutes.
Is When Hell Was in Session suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to When Hell Was in Session?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to When Hell Was in Session.
Does When Hell Was in Session have a post-credit scene?▼
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