The Master Race
“The dramatic shock of the century!”
Synopsis
When allied troops liberate a small battle-scarred Belgium town in 1944 the American and British commanders do all they can to help the war-weary people back on their feet. There are mental and physical wounds to heal, fields to plough, the church to rebuild. But a top Nazi, knowing the War is lost, has infiltrated the town and is fostering dissent and disunity.
Top Cast
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George Coulouris
Von Beck
Stanley Ridges
Phil Carson
Osa Massen
Helena
Carl Esmond
Andrei
Nancy Gates
Nina
Morris Carnovsky
Old Man Bartoc
Lloyd Bridges
Frank
Eric Feldary
Altmeier
Helen Beverly
Mrs. Varin
Gavin Muir
William Forsythe
Paul Guilfoyle
Katry
Richard Aherne
Sergeant Patrick O'Farrell (as Richard Nugent)
Ludwig Donath
Schmidt (as Louis Donath)
Herbert Rudley
John
Gigi Perreau
Baby (as Ghislaine Perreau)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 22, 1944
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Herbert J. Biberman
- Screenplay & Story
- Herbert J. Biberman, Anne Froelich
- Original Score
- Roy Webb
- Original Title
- The Master Race
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Herbert J. Biberman
Herbert J. Biberman, Anne Froelich
Roy Webb
Russell Metty
Ernie Leadlay
Robert Golden
Department Leadership Roster
Herbert J. Biberman
Director
Herbert J. Biberman
Writer
Anne Froelich
Writer
Robert Golden
Producer
Ernie Leadlay
Editor
Renié
Costume Design
Russell Metty
Director of Photography
Roy Webb
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Master Race
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What is The Master Race about?
When allied troops liberate a small battle-scarred Belgium town in 1944 the American and British commanders do all they can to help the war-weary people back on their feet. There are mental and physical wounds to heal, fields to plough, the church to rebuild. But a top Nazi, knowing the War is lost, has infiltrated the town and is fostering dissent and disunity.
Who directed The Master Race?
The Master Race was directed by Herbert J. Biberman.
Who stars in The Master Race?
The principal cast of The Master Race includes George Coulouris, Stanley Ridges, Osa Massen, Carl Esmond, Nancy Gates.
When was The Master Race released and how long is it?
The Master Race was released in 1944 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for The Master Race?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Master Race was composed by Roy Webb.