If War Comes Tomorrow (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film

Released in 1938, If War Comes Tomorrow is a drama, war and documentary film directed by Efim Dzigan, running about 62 minutes.
What it’s about. The propaganda documentary about the readiness of the Red Army to repulse any enemy is based on documentary shots taken during the real maneuvers of the Red Army. Armadas of tanks, immense columns of infantry, dozens of fighters and bombers, thousands of cavalry, legendary divisions of the Civil War. The film glorifies Soviet military power and shows the Soviet people what the war will be like when the imperialists attack the USSR — quick, victorious, almost bloodless.
Who’s in it. If War Comes Tomorrow stars Inna Fyodorova as commander’s wife (uncredited), Vsevolod Sanayev as paratrooper (uncredited) and Serafim Koziminsky as air brigade commander (uncredited).
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch If War Comes Tomorrow page.
If you liked it. Fans of If War Comes Tomorrow tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch If War Comes Tomorrow (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for If War Comes Tomorrow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in If War Comes Tomorrow?
- If War Comes Tomorrow stars Inna Fyodorova, Vsevolod Sanayev and Serafim Koziminsky.
- When was If War Comes Tomorrow released?
- If War Comes Tomorrow was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.