The Christmas Truce (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2002, The Christmas Truce is a history and documentary film directed by Vikram Jayanti, running about 44 minutes.
What it’s about. World War I began in August 1914, and by December all thoughts of quick victory had faded. Fighting was most fierce in a thin strip of land called the Western Front. A system of trenches separated Allies from Germans, with the area in between known as No Man's Land. On Christmas Eve, an astonishing event began--up and down the Western Front, Allied and German soldiers met peacefully in No Man's Land. Actor Ioan Gruffud narrates a feature-length look at the fabled Christmas truce, filled with eyewitness accounts.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Christmas Truce sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on History Vault. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Christmas Truce page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Christmas Truce tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Christmas Truce (2002)?
- In US, The Christmas Truce is available to stream on History Vault. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Christmas Truce worth watching?
- The Christmas Truce holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was The Christmas Truce released?
- The Christmas Truce was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 44 minutes.