For Freedom
Originally released in 1940. For Freedom is a drama/war film. directed by Castleton Knight. At just 87 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Will Fyffe, Anthony Hulme, and E. V. H. Emmett
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Directors
Top Cast
Will Fyffe
as Chief
Anthony Hulme
as Steve
E. V. H. Emmett
as Ted / Commentator
Guy Middleton
as Pierre
Albert Lieven
as Fritz
Hugh McDermott
as Sam
Arthur Goullet
as Ivan
Bill Russell
as Adolf Hitler
J.E.T. Harper
as Narrator (voice)
Patrick Dove
as Self - Captain Patrick G.G. Dove, S.S. Africa Shell
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Gainsborough Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is For Freedom about?
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 Monte...
Who directed For Freedom?
For Freedom was directed by Castleton Knight.
How long is For Freedom?
For Freedom has a runtime of 1 hours and 27 minutes (87 minutes total).
When was For Freedom released?
For Freedom was released on May 4, 1940 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in For Freedom?
The main cast of For Freedom includes Will Fyffe, Anthony Hulme, E. V. H. Emmett, Guy Middleton, Albert Lieven.