Ode to Victory (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 3
Released in 1943, Ode to Victory is a notable film directed by Edward L. Cahn, running about 11 minutes.
What it’s about. This short uses a musical suite to show Americans what they are fighting for in World War II. As an orchestra in military dress plays different "chapters" of the work, relevant excerpts from MGM films show the history of America. The chapters are: 1) Birth of Freedom; 2) The Land Divided; 3) Coming of Age: 4) Land of the Free. At the end, a chorus sings a patriotic exhortation. (Written by David Glagovsky)
Who’s in it. Ode to Victory stars Ray Teal as Master Sergeant - Orchestra Conductor (uncredited) and Franklin D. Roosevelt as Himself (archive footage) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.0/10, Ode to Victory has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ode to Victory page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ode to Victory (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ode to Victory change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ode to Victory worth watching?
- Ode to Victory holds an audience score of 3.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ode to Victory?
- Ode to Victory stars Ray Teal and Franklin D. Roosevelt.
- When was Ode to Victory released?
- Ode to Victory was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 11 minutes.