Farewell to Yesterday (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 9

Released in 1950, Farewell to Yesterday is a documentary film, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. A documentary depiction of the cultural and social forces which led the world to war in the 1930s and 1940s, beginning with the rise of Hitler after the failure of the victors of the First World War to create fertile ground for lasting peace. The march to war results in a global cataclysm which is depicted in all its variations, until final victory in the Second World War once again leaves the world unprepared to master peace.
Who’s in it. Farewell to Yesterday stars Sidney Blackmer as Self - Narrator(voice), John Larkin as Self - Narrator(voice), Kermit Murdock as Self - Narrator(voice) and William Post Jr. as Self - Narrator(voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Farewell to Yesterday 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 Farewell to Yesterday page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Farewell to Yesterday (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Farewell to Yesterday change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Farewell to Yesterday worth watching?
- Farewell to Yesterday holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Farewell to Yesterday?
- Farewell to Yesterday stars Sidney Blackmer, John Larkin, Kermit Murdock and William Post Jr..
- When was Farewell to Yesterday released?
- Farewell to Yesterday was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.