The Great War (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2017, The Great War is a documentary film directed by Rob Rapley, running about 360 minutes. “WWI... America Comes of Age” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Drawing on unpublished diaries, memoirs and letters, The Great War tells the rich and complex story of World War I through the voices of nurses, journalists, aviators and the American troops who came to be known as “doughboys".
Who’s in it. The Great War stars Oliver Platt as Narrator (voice), Jennifer Lee Andrews as Self (voice), Blythe Danner as Self (voice) and Brandon J. Dirden as Self (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Great War has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great War page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great War (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great War change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Great War worth watching?
- The Great War holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Great War?
- The Great War stars Oliver Platt, Jennifer Lee Andrews, Blythe Danner, Brandon J. Dirden and Josh Hamilton.
- When was The Great War released?
- The Great War was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 360 minutes.