Return from Nowhere (1944): cast, story & where to watch
1944 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 1944, Return from Nowhere is a drama film directed by Paul Burnford, running about 10 minutes.
What it’s about. In this John Nesbitt's Passing Parade short, a man recovers his lost memories when he is forced to relive events in his dreams.
Who’s in it. Return from Nowhere stars John Nesbitt as Narrator (voice), Morris Ankrum as Doctor (uncredited), Donald Curtis as Jack Stuart (uncredited) and Don DeFore as Allan (uncredited), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Return from Nowhere has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Return from Nowhere page.
If you liked it. Fans of Return from Nowhere tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Return from Nowhere (1944)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Return from Nowhere change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Return from Nowhere worth watching?
- Return from Nowhere holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Return from Nowhere?
- Return from Nowhere stars John Nesbitt, Morris Ankrum, Donald Curtis, Don DeFore and Kay Medford.
- When was Return from Nowhere released?
- Return from Nowhere was released in 1944, with a runtime of about 10 minutes.