Target for Tonight
Synopsis
This is the authentic story of a bombing raid on Germany... how it is planned and how it is executed. Every person seen in the picture is a member of the Royal Air Force from Commander-in-Chief to aircraft hand, re-enacting his own daily life on the job. They are the men and women who actually direct, plan and execute the raids.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harry Watt
- Original Title
- Target for Tonight
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 48m
- Production Studios
- Crown Film Unit
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harry Watt
S.McAllister
Department Leadership Roster
Harry Watt
Director
S.McAllister
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Target for Tonight
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What is Target for Tonight about?
This is the authentic story of a bombing raid on Germany... how it is planned and how it is executed. Every person seen in the picture is a member of the Royal Air Force from Commander-in-Chief to aircraft hand, re-enacting his own daily life on the job. They are the men and women who actually direct, plan and execute the raids.
Who directed Target for Tonight?
Target for Tonight was directed by Harry Watt.
Who stars in Target for Tonight?
The principal cast of Target for Tonight includes Percy Charles Pickard.
When was Target for Tonight released and how long is it?
Target for Tonight was released in 1941 with a total runtime of 48m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Target for Tonight?
Target for Tonight holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).