Listen to Britain (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1942, Listen to Britain is a documentary film directed by Humphrey Jennings, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. A depiction of life in wartime England during the Second World War. Director Humphrey Jennings visits many aspects of civilian life and of the turmoil and privation caused by the war, all without narration.
Who’s in it. Listen to Britain stars Chesney Allen as Self - Flanagan & Allen, Leonard Brockington as Self - Forward by (as Leonard Brockington K.C.), Bud Flanagan as Self - Flanagan & Allen and Myra Hess as Self - Pianist, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Listen to Britain has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on OVID. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Listen to Britain page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Listen to Britain (1942)?
- In US, Listen to Britain is available to stream on OVID. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Listen to Britain worth watching?
- Listen to Britain holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Listen to Britain?
- Listen to Britain stars Chesney Allen, Leonard Brockington, Bud Flanagan, Myra Hess and Joseph Macleod.
- When was Listen to Britain released?
- Listen to Britain was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.