The Voice That Thrilled the World (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1943, The Voice That Thrilled the World is a history and documentary film directed by Jean Negulesco, running about 18 minutes.
What it’s about. This short traces the history of sound in the movies, beginning with French scientist Leon Scott's experiments in 1857. Featured are snippets from early sound pictures.
Who’s in it. The Voice That Thrilled the World stars Art Gilmore as Narrator (voice), Sheldon Jett as Audience Member (uncredited), Harold Miller as Audience Member (uncredited) and Edwin Tuttle as Audience Member (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Voice That Thrilled the World has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Voice That Thrilled the World page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Voice That Thrilled the World tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Voice That Thrilled the World (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Voice That Thrilled the World change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Voice That Thrilled the World worth watching?
- The Voice That Thrilled the World holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Voice That Thrilled the World?
- The Voice That Thrilled the World stars Art Gilmore, Sheldon Jett, Harold Miller, Edwin Tuttle and Giovanni Martinelli.
- When was The Voice That Thrilled the World released?
- The Voice That Thrilled the World was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 18 minutes.