Medal for the General (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1944, Medal for the General is a drama and war film directed by Maurice Elvey, running about 100 minutes.
What it’s about. A retired general helps out by sheltering some evacuees during WWII.
Who’s in it. Medal for the General stars Godfrey Tearle as General Church, Jeanne De Casalis as Lady Frome, John Laurie as McNab and Thorley Walters as Andrew, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Medal for the General 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 Medal for the General page.
If you liked it. Fans of Medal for the General tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Medal for the General (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Medal for the General change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Medal for the General worth watching?
- Medal for the General holds an audience score of 6.5 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 Medal for the General?
- Medal for the General stars Godfrey Tearle, Jeanne De Casalis, John Laurie, Thorley Walters and Morland Graham.
- When was Medal for the General released?
- Medal for the General was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.