Three Comrades (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1938, Three Comrades is a drama and romance film directed by Frank Borzage, running about 98 minutes. “.. Torn from a million souls!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A love story centered on the lives of three young German soldiers in the years following World War I. Their close friendship is strengthened by their shared love for the same woman who is dying of tuberculosis.
Who’s in it. Three Comrades stars Robert Taylor as Erich Lohkamp, Margaret Sullavan as Patricia Hollmann, Franchot Tone as Otto Koster and Robert Young as Gottfried Lenz, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Three Comrades has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Three Comrades page.
If you liked it. Fans of Three Comrades tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Three Comrades (1938)?
- In US, Three Comrades is available to stream on YouTube TV, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Three Comrades worth watching?
- Three Comrades holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Three Comrades?
- Three Comrades stars Robert Taylor, Margaret Sullavan, Franchot Tone, Robert Young and Guy Kibbee.
- When was Three Comrades released?
- Three Comrades was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.