The Battle of Midway
Synopsis
The Japanese attack on Midway in June 1942, filmed as it happened. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive, in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, in 2006.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 14, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Ford
- Screenplay & Story
- Dudley Nichols, James Kevin McGuinness, John Ford
- Original Score
- Alfred Newman
- Original Title
- The Battle of Midway
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- United States Navy
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Ford
Dudley Nichols, James Kevin McGuinness, John Ford
Alfred Newman
Joseph H. August, John Ford, Jack MacKenzie, Kenneth M. Pier
Robert Parrish, John Ford
John Ford
Department Leadership Roster
Dudley Nichols
Writer
John Ford
Producer
James Kevin McGuinness
Writer
John Ford
Director
Alfred Newman
Original Music Composer
John Ford
Writer
Joseph H. August
Director of Photography
John Ford
Director of Photography
Jack MacKenzie
Director of Photography
Robert Parrish
Editor
Kenneth M. Pier
Director of Photography
John Ford
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Battle of Midway
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What is The Battle of Midway about?
The Japanese attack on Midway in June 1942, filmed as it happened. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive, in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, in 2006.
Who directed The Battle of Midway?
The Battle of Midway was directed by John Ford.
Who stars in The Battle of Midway?
The principal cast of The Battle of Midway includes Henry Fonda, Jane Darwell, Donald Crisp, Irving Pichel.
When was The Battle of Midway released and how long is it?
The Battle of Midway was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 18m.
Who composed the musical score for The Battle of Midway?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Battle of Midway was composed by Alfred Newman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Battle of Midway?
The Battle of Midway holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).