Movie

Why We Fight: Prelude to War

“The US government puts the finger on the United Nations' enemies”

★ 6.5(73)194253m

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Good to know

Director: Frank Capra, Anatole Litvak
Release date: 1942-05-27
Runtime: 53m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: War Activities Committee of the Motion Pictures Industry
Part of: Why We Fight

About Why We Fight: Prelude to War

Why We Fight: Prelude to War is a 1942 movie in the Documentary and War genres, directed by Frank Capra and Anatole Litvak, starring Walter Huston, Max Schmeling and Adolf Hitler. It has a runtime of 53 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 73 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Why We Fight: Prelude to War in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Walter Huston

Self - Narrator (voice)

Max Schmeling

Self - German paratrooper (archive footage)

Adolf Hitler

Self

Themes & keywords

world war ii

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Why We Fight: Prelude to War in Mexico?+

Why We Fight: Prelude to War is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

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Why We Fight: Prelude to War is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Why We Fight: Prelude to War?+

Why We Fight: Prelude to War has a runtime of 53 minutes (53 minutes).

Who stars in Why We Fight: Prelude to War?+

Why We Fight: Prelude to War stars Walter Huston, Max Schmeling and Adolf Hitler.

When did Why We Fight: Prelude to War come out?+

Why We Fight: Prelude to War is a 1942 movie directed by Frank Capra and Anatole Litvak.

What genre is Why We Fight: Prelude to War?+

Why We Fight: Prelude to War is Documentary and War film.

Who directed Why We Fight: Prelude to War?+

Why We Fight: Prelude to War was directed by Frank Capra and Anatole Litvak.