Men from the Forgotten Army (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film
Released in 2006, Men from the Forgotten Army is a war and documentary film directed by Kalle Käesel, running about 56 minutes. “World War II, Estonia, Nurnberg, Nuremberg War Crimes Tribunal” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After World War II, Estonian (Latvian and Lithuanian) soldiers, airmen and sailors who had fought (been conscripted) on the German side ended in POW camps on the US side. They were the lucky ones. The others went to Siberia. This story is about those soldiers who were sitting in their POW camps when all of a sudden they were conscripted yet one more time, this time into a civil variant of the US Army.
Who’s in it. Men from the Forgotten Army stars Mihkel Salusoo, Tarmo Rae and Kaljo Anja.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Men from the Forgotten Army page.
If you liked it. Fans of Men from the Forgotten Army tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Men from the Forgotten Army (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Men from the Forgotten Army change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Men from the Forgotten Army?
- Men from the Forgotten Army stars Mihkel Salusoo, Tarmo Rae and Kaljo Anja.
- When was Men from the Forgotten Army released?
- Men from the Forgotten Army was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.