Forgotten Treasure (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 6

Released in 1943, Forgotten Treasure is a documentary film directed by Sammy Lee, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. This John Nesbitt's Passing Parade series short highlights the film preservation efforts of the Museum of Modern Art in New York. Several scenes from early newsreels are shown.
Who’s in it. Forgotten Treasure stars John Nesbitt as Narrator (voice), Roger Moore as Man Examining Film Strip (uncredited), Emmett Vogan as Lab Assistant (uncredited) and Archduke Franz Ferdinand as Himself (archive footage), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Forgotten Treasure has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Forgotten Treasure page.
If you liked it. Fans of Forgotten Treasure tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Forgotten Treasure (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Forgotten Treasure change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Forgotten Treasure worth watching?
- Forgotten Treasure 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 Forgotten Treasure?
- Forgotten Treasure stars John Nesbitt, Roger Moore, Emmett Vogan, Archduke Franz Ferdinand and Winston Churchill.
- When was Forgotten Treasure released?
- Forgotten Treasure was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.