Friendly Enemies (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1942, Friendly Enemies is a drama film directed by Allan Dwan, running about 95 minutes. “A Salute to Love!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. During World War I, two German men friends who emigrated to the US and become millionaires agree on most things, with one major difference: one has taken the US side against Germany regarding the war, while the other stays stubbornly loyal to "the old country". His stubbornness results in tragedy for his old friend and a lesson in the consequences of blind loyalty.
Who’s in it. Friendly Enemies stars Charles Winninger as Karl Pfeiffer, Charles Ruggles as Heinrich Block, James Craig as Bill Pfeiffer and Nancy Kelly as June Block, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Friendly Enemies has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Friendly Enemies page.
If you liked it. Fans of Friendly Enemies tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Friendly Enemies (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Friendly Enemies change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Friendly Enemies worth watching?
- Friendly Enemies holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Friendly Enemies?
- Friendly Enemies stars Charles Winninger, Charles Ruggles, James Craig, Nancy Kelly and Otto Kruger.
- When was Friendly Enemies released?
- Friendly Enemies was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.