Library of Congress (1945): cast, story & where to watch
1945 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1945, Library of Congress is a documentary film directed by Alexander Hammid, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. A 1945 Oscar nominated short documentary about the Library of Congress. It is one of 26 documentary shorts produced between 1942 and 1945 by the U.S. Overseas Film Bureau, and intended to show foreign viewers something about America and it's values, this one focuses on the important institution in Washington D.C. which preserves written and other works that have been copyrighted, as part of the country's heritage.
Who’s in it. Library of Congress stars Ralph Bellamy as Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Library of Congress 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 Library of Congress page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Library of Congress (1945)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Library of Congress change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Library of Congress worth watching?
- Library of Congress holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Library of Congress?
- Library of Congress stars Ralph Bellamy.
- When was Library of Congress released?
- Library of Congress was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.