1942 (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 2005, 1942 is an action, war and horror film directed by Kelvin Tong, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. On the 60th anniversary of World War II, Boku Films presents 1942, a suspenseful horror movie set against an unforgettable war. The year is 1942. The setting - Malaya.
Who’s in it. 1942 stars Tetsuya Chihiro, Fumikazu Hara, Hiroyuki Hasegawa and Seiichiro Okawa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, 1942 has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch 1942 page.
If you liked it. Fans of 1942 tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch 1942 (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for 1942 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is 1942 worth watching?
- 1942 holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, war and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in 1942?
- 1942 stars Tetsuya Chihiro, Fumikazu Hara, Hiroyuki Hasegawa, Seiichiro Okawa and Toshihide Onisuka.
- When was 1942 released?
- 1942 was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.