For Freedom
Storyline
Made in 1940, this stirringly patriotic film cleverly combined new scenes with genuine newsreel footage. A newsreel journalist is on hand when the Giant German battleship Graf Spee flees into Montevideo Harbour after a punishing encounter with the British warships Exeter and Ajax. As events unfold in a very unexpected way, he is there with his camera to capture the dramatic end to the encounter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was For Freedom released?+
For Freedom was released on May 4, 1940.
Who directed For Freedom?+
For Freedom was directed by Maurice Elvey.
Who stars in For Freedom?+
The main cast of For Freedom includes Will Fyffe, Anthony Hulme, E. V. H. Emmett, Guy Middleton.
How long is For Freedom?+
For Freedom has a runtime of 1h 27m.
What genre is For Freedom?+
For Freedom is classified as Drama, War.
What is the rating of For Freedom?+
For Freedom has an average audience rating of 7.0 out of 10, based on 1 votes.
How to watch For Freedom online?+
For Freedom (1940) is not yet confirmed on a major streaming platform. Its OTT release and where to watch it online will be updated here as soon as streaming details are announced.
Is For Freedom available on any streaming platform?+
For Freedom is not available on streaming platforms yet. We track its OTT and streaming release, so check back for updates on where it will be available online.
What is the OTT release date of For Freedom?+
For Freedom had its theatrical/initial release on May 4, 1940. Its OTT (streaming) release date will be listed here once a platform confirms it.
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