Breakthrough (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1950, Breakthrough is a war film directed by Lewis Seiler, running about 91 minutes. “You'll Cheer...the Battlin' Bozos of Company "B"!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Filmed with the full cooperation of the U.S. Army, Breakthrough is a lean, no-nonsense war film set during the 1944 invasion of the continent.
Who’s in it. Breakthrough stars David Brian as Capt. Tom Hale, John Agar as Lt. Joe Mallory, Frank Lovejoy as Sgt. Pete Bell and William Campbell as Cpl. Danny Dominick, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Breakthrough has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Breakthrough page.
If you liked it. Fans of Breakthrough tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Breakthrough (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Breakthrough change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Breakthrough worth watching?
- Breakthrough holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Breakthrough?
- Breakthrough stars David Brian, John Agar, Frank Lovejoy, William Campbell and Paul Picerni.
- When was Breakthrough released?
- Breakthrough was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.