Yesterday's Enemy (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1959, Yesterday's Enemy is a drama and war film directed by Val Guest, running about 95 minutes. “War Is Hell!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Set during the Burma Campaign of World War 2, this is the story of courage and endurance of the soldiers struggling at close quarters against the enemy. The film examines the moral dilemmas ordinary men face during war, when the definitions of acceptable military action and insupportable brutality become blurred and distorted.
Who’s in it. Yesterday's Enemy stars Stanley Baker as Captain Langford, Leo McKern as Max, Guy Rolfe as Padre and Gordon Jackson as Sgt. MacKenzie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Yesterday's Enemy has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Yesterday's Enemy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Yesterday's Enemy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Yesterday's Enemy (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Yesterday's Enemy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Yesterday's Enemy worth watching?
- Yesterday's Enemy holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Yesterday's Enemy?
- Yesterday's Enemy stars Stanley Baker, Leo McKern, Guy Rolfe, Gordon Jackson and David Oxley.
- When was Yesterday's Enemy released?
- Yesterday's Enemy was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.