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A War Story

A War Story

A War Story
1981 1h 22m8.0

A War Story

DramaWar
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Based on the diaries of Canadian doctor Ben Wheeler during his internment in a Japanese prisoner-of-war camp during World War II, this feature-length docudrama is a glowing account of the spirit and its will to survive physical and mental suffering. The film is comprised of newsreel footage, interviews and dramatic re-enactments.

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DirectorAnne Wheeler
ScreenplayAnne Wheeler, Ben Wheeler
StatusReleased
ReleasedNovember 8, 1981
CountryCanada
Languageen
Runtime1h 22m
Budget$274,000
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 8.0 / 10
IMDb⭐ 8.0 / 10
Votes2
GenresDrama, War
StudioONF | NFB

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Donald Sutherland

Donald Sutherland

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David Edney

Ben Wheeler

Frank C. Turner

Frank C. Turner

Peter Seed

Anne Wheeler

Anne Wheeler

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Where can I watch A War Story?

A War Story (1981) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is A War Story about?

Based on the diaries of Canadian doctor Ben Wheeler during his internment in a Japanese prisoner-of-war camp during World War II, this feature-length docudrama is a glowing account of the spirit and its will to survive physical and mental suffering. The film is comprised of...

Who directed A War Story?

A War Story (1981) was directed by Anne Wheeler. The film is a Drama, War production with a runtime of 1h 22m, rated 8.0/10.

How long is A War Story?

A War Story runs 1h 22m (82 minutes total). Audience rating: 8.0/10 from 2 votes. Genre: Drama, War.

Is A War Story worth watching?

A War Story is rated 8.0/10 by 2 viewers — exceptional and highly recommended. A good pick for Drama and War fans.