Memory of the Camps (1985): cast, story & where to watch

1985 · Film · ★ 4.5

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Released in 1985, Memory of the Camps is a documentary, history and war film directed by Sidney Bernstein, running about 58 minutes.

What it’s about. In 1945, Allied troops invaded Germany and liberated Nazi death camps. They found unspeakable horrors which still haunt the world’s conscience. A film was made by British and American film crews who were with the troops liberating the camps. It was directed in part by Alfred Hitchcock and was broadcast for the first time in its entirety on PBS FRONTLINE in 1985.

Who’s in it. Memory of the Camps stars Trevor Howard as Narrator, Sidney Bernstein as Self (uncredited archive footage), Alfred Hitchcock as Self (uncredited archive footage) and Adolf Hitler as Self (uncredited archive footage).

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Memory of the Camps has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Memory of the Camps page.

If you liked it. Fans of Memory of the Camps tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Memory of the Camps (1985)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Memory of the Camps change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Memory of the Camps worth watching?
Memory of the Camps holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary, history and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Memory of the Camps?
Memory of the Camps stars Trevor Howard, Sidney Bernstein, Alfred Hitchcock and Adolf Hitler.
When was Memory of the Camps released?
Memory of the Camps was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.