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Why We Fight: Prelude to War

The US government puts the finger on the United Nations' enemies

1942 53m

DocumentaryWar

6.4/10 TMDB Score74 votes · IMDb ↗

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.

Movie Details

Original titleWhy We Fight: Prelude to War
Release dateMay 27, 1942
StatusReleased
Original languageEN
CountryUnited States of America
Keywordsworld war ii
FranchiseWhy We Fight
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★ 6.4/10

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What is Why We Fight: Prelude to War about?

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.

When was Why We Fight: Prelude to War released?

Why We Fight: Prelude to War was released on May 27, 1942 (status: Released).

Who directed Why We Fight: Prelude to War?

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

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

Why We Fight: Prelude to War has a TMDB rating of 6.4/10 from 74 votes.