Cry 'Havoc' (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1943, Cry 'Havoc' is a drama and war film directed by Richard Thorpe, running about 97 minutes. “Girls Who Live Dangerously!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Army nurses on Bataan need help badly, but when it arrives, it sure isn't what they expected. A motley crew, including a Southern belle, a waitress, and a stripper, show up. Many conflicts arise among these women who are thrown together in what is a desperate and ultimately hopeless situation.
Who’s in it. Cry 'Havoc' stars Margaret Sullavan as Lieutenant Smith, Ann Sothern as Pat, Joan Blondell as Grace and Fay Bainter as Captain Marsh, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Cry 'Havoc' 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 Cry 'Havoc' page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cry 'Havoc' tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cry 'Havoc' (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cry 'Havoc' change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Cry 'Havoc' worth watching?
- Cry 'Havoc' holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Cry 'Havoc'?
- Cry 'Havoc' stars Margaret Sullavan, Ann Sothern, Joan Blondell, Fay Bainter and Ella Raines.
- When was Cry 'Havoc' released?
- Cry 'Havoc' was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.