Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain
Synopsis
The fourth of Frank Capra's Why We Fight series of seven propaganda films, which made the case for fighting and winning the Second World War. It was released in 1943 and concentrated on the German bombardment of the United Kingdom in anticipation of Operation Sea Lion, the planned German invasion.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 10, 1943
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Capra, Anthony Veiller
- Original Score
- Max Steiner
- Original Title
- Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 53m
- Production Studios
- War Activities Committee of the Motion Pictures Industry, U.S. War Department
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Capra, Anthony Veiller
Max Steiner
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Capra
Director
Max Steiner
Original Music Composer
Anthony Veiller
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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What is Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain about?
The fourth of Frank Capra's Why We Fight series of seven propaganda films, which made the case for fighting and winning the Second World War. It was released in 1943 and concentrated on the German bombardment of the United Kingdom in anticipation of Operation Sea Lion, the planned German invasion.
Who directed Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain?
Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain was directed by Frank Capra, Anthony Veiller.
Who stars in Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain?
The principal cast of Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain includes Walter Huston, Frieda Inescort, John B. Hughes.
When was Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain released and how long is it?
Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 53m.
Who composed the musical score for Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain was composed by Max Steiner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain?
Why We Fight: The Battle of Britain holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).