Ski Patrol (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 3.7
Released in 1940, Ski Patrol is a war film directed by Lew Landers, running about 64 minutes. “Thrill to the Deeds That Will Go Down in History!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1939, a group of Finnish soldiers defend the border from Russian invaders.
Who’s in it. Ski Patrol stars Luli Deste as Julia Engel, Philip Dorn as Viktor Ryder, Stanley Fields as Birger Simberg and Samuel S. Hinds as Captain Per Vallgren, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.7/10, Ski Patrol has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ski Patrol page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ski Patrol tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ski Patrol (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Ski Patrol change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Ski Patrol worth watching?
- Ski Patrol holds an audience score of 3.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ski Patrol?
- Ski Patrol stars Luli Deste, Philip Dorn, Stanley Fields, Samuel S. Hinds and Edward Norris.
- When was Ski Patrol released?
- Ski Patrol was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.