D III 88 (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1939, D III 88 is an action and drama film directed by Hans Bertram, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. Across German screens at the outbreak of WWII streaks "DIII88: The New German Air Force Attacks", an aeronautic and maritime spectacle glorifying Hermann Goring's Luftwaffe and the spirit of the newly arisen Germany. Once war became imminent, Joseph Goebbels instructed the German film industry to initiate production of numerous militaristic projects, but DIII88 was initiated by the Propaganda Minister's rival, Goring, who commissioned several aviation pictures. DIII88 is not a war picture per se, because it takes place in peacetime, but the young, fresh-faced air aces enthusiastically look forward to the coming war. The propaganda is blatant: The only thing that matters is dedication to duty and unconditional commitment to the Fatherland.
Who’s in it. D III 88 stars Christian Kayßler as Oberleutnant Mithoff, Otto Wernicke as Oberwerkmeister Bonicke, Heinz Welzel as Obergefreiter Fritz Paulsen and Hermann Braun as Obergefreiter Robert Eckhard, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, D III 88 has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch D III 88 page.
If you liked it. Fans of D III 88 tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch D III 88 (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for D III 88 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is D III 88 worth watching?
- D III 88 holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in D III 88?
- D III 88 stars Christian Kayßler, Otto Wernicke, Heinz Welzel, Hermann Braun and Heinz Engelmann.
- When was D III 88 released?
- D III 88 was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.