D-Day: The Total Story (1994): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1994, D-Day: The Total Story is a documentary and war & politics series.

What it’s about. This is the ultimate chronicle of the largest amphibious invasion in history. The momentous decisions and tragic losses, pitched battles and desperate strategies come alive with extensive footage from both Allied and Axis government vaults and revealing interviews with soldiers, commanders and civilians. Trace the development of D-Day from the initial plans and strategies to the final breakthrough that sent Allied troops roaring to Paris. Follow the strategies of Eisenhower, Montgomery, Marshall and Bradley and the counter-attacks and defenses of their German opponents. See how the heroism and valor of individual men was vital to salvaging success from plans that went awry in the first few minutes. And get an incredible, front-line view of the pitched battles that sent so many men to their grave.

Who’s in it. D-Day: The Total Story stars Gerald McRaney as Host and Stephen E. Ambrose as Self.

How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, D-Day: The Total Story 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 D-Day: The Total Story page.

If you liked it. Fans of D-Day: The Total Story tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.