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Home Entertainment Why We Fight: Prelude to War
Why We Fight: Prelude to War
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MOVIE U/A 13+ 0h 53m 1942

Why We Fight: Prelude to War

IMDb 7.0 / 10 (3K)
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Documentary War & Military

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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.

Frank Capra, Anatole Litvak
Director Frank Capra, Anatole Litvak
Streaming Platform: (India)
Release Window: May 27, 1942 (Not streaming on a major platform in India)
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Anatole Litvak

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Walter Huston

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Max Schmeling

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Adolf Hitler

Adolf Hitler

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Quick Facts: Why We Fight: Prelude to War

When was Why We Fight: Prelude to War released?

Why We Fight: Prelude to War was released on 27 May 1942.

Who stars in Why We Fight: Prelude to War?

The movie stars Walter Huston, Max Schmeling, Adolf Hitler.

Who directed Why We Fight: Prelude to War?

Why We Fight: Prelude to War is directed by Frank Capra, Anatole Litvak.

What is the IMDb rating of Why We Fight: Prelude to War?

Why We Fight: Prelude to War has an IMDb rating of 7.0/10 from 3K votes.

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