Journey for Margaret (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1942, Journey for Margaret is a drama and war film directed by W.S. Van Dyke, running about 81 minutes. “It's a dramatic BOMBSHELL when a world-famous correspondent meets MARGARET during the blitz!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An American newspaperman and his wife, end up in London after several retreats in the opening days of WWII. After a shrapnel wound and loss of her baby she returns to America. War weary, he is forced to do a story about war orphans, where he meets Margaret.
Who’s in it. Journey for Margaret stars Robert Young as John Davis, Laraine Day as Nora Davis, Fay Bainter as Trudy Strauss and Nigel Bruce as Herbert V. Allison, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Journey for Margaret 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 Journey for Margaret page.
If you liked it. Fans of Journey for Margaret tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Journey for Margaret (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Journey for Margaret change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Journey for Margaret worth watching?
- Journey for Margaret 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 Journey for Margaret?
- Journey for Margaret stars Robert Young, Laraine Day, Fay Bainter, Nigel Bruce and Margaret O'Brien.
- When was Journey for Margaret released?
- Journey for Margaret was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.