The Vietnam War: Before, During, After (2005): cast, story & where to watch

2005 · Series · ★ 9

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Released in 2005, The Vietnam War: Before, During, After is a documentary series.

What it’s about. This new series tells the compelling story of the Vietnam War, from the country’s dynastic history, the impact of Christian missionaries & French colonialism, Japan’s invasion during WWII and the rise of Ho Chi Minh. How the USA’s fear of communism started a relentless sequence of events that caused American troops to go in under President Kennedy in 1961, escalating under Lyndon B. Johnson in 1965 when the nation found itself entwined in a war fought nightly on TV engendering a huge anti-war movement. By 1973 Nixon had resigned and America was forced to withdraw from Saigon on April 30th 1975.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Vietnam War: Before, During, After sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Vietnam War: Before, During, After page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Vietnam War: Before, During, After tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.

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Where can I watch The Vietnam War: Before, During, After (2005)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Vietnam War: Before, During, After change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Vietnam War: Before, During, After worth watching?
The Vietnam War: Before, During, After holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was The Vietnam War: Before, During, After released?
The Vietnam War: Before, During, After was released in 2005.