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We Are the Marines

December 13, 1942 1h 10m

Originally released in 1942. We Are the Marines is a feature film. directed by Louis De Rochemont. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Westbrook Van Voorhis

Synopsis

The history of the Corps, from Colonial times to the present day (1942, that is). The film's midsection details the arduous training procedure of the Few and the Proud at Parris Island and elsewhere. Finally, wartime newsreel footage is adroitly blended with dramatized re-enactments to illustrate the contributions - and the utter necessity-of the marines in WW II.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 13, 1942 83 years ago
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Runtime 1h 10m 70 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • 20th Century Fox

Frequently Asked Questions

What is We Are the Marines about?

The history of the Corps, from Colonial times to the present day (1942, that is). The film's midsection details the arduous training procedure of the Few and the Proud at Parris Island and elsewher...

Who directed We Are the Marines?

We Are the Marines was directed by Louis De Rochemont.

How long is We Are the Marines?

We Are the Marines has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).

When was We Are the Marines released?

We Are the Marines was released on December 13, 1942 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in We Are the Marines?

The main cast of We Are the Marines includes Westbrook Van Voorhis.