Five Came Back: The Reference Films

Five Came Back: The Reference Films « Series from 1945

Series from 1945

Broadcast info
Duration: 3060 min
Genres: Drama, Action, Sci-Fi

This collection includes 12 World War II-era propaganda films — many of which are graphic and offensive — from the documentary series "Five Came Back."

Nazi Concentration Camp

Shocking footage shows Nazi concentration camps after liberation. Learn more about this government-funded film in the docuseries "Five Came Back."

Why We Fight: The Battle of Russia

This government-commissioned film explores the need for a Russo-American alliance to defeat the Nazis. Find out more in the series "Five Came Back."

The Battle of Midway

Director John Ford captures combat footage of the Battle of Midway. Learn more about this state-sponsored film in the docuseries "Five Came Back."

Thunderbolt

A P-47 Thunderbolt squadron is shown in preparation, at play and in bombing raids during World War II. Learn more in the docuseries "Five Came Back."

Prelude to War

Frank Capra chronicles the rise of authoritarianism in Germany, Italy and Japan. Learn more about this state-funded film in the series "Five Came Back."

The Memphis Belle: A Story of a Flying Fortress

This film follows the crew of the B-17 Flying Fortress Memphis Belle as it prepares for a mission. Find out more in the docuseries "Five Came Back."

Tunisian Victory

British and American troops join forces to liberate Nazi-occupied North Africa. Learn more about this propaganda film in the series "Five Came Back."

San Pietro

After the Allies invade Italy, San Pietro becomes an example of war’s brutal effects. Learn about this state-funded film in the series "Five Came Back."

Rapport fra Aleuterne

John Huston skildrer de amerikanske soldaters liv på Aleuterne i Alaska i denne statsfinansierede film. Se mere i serien Five Came Back.

The Negro Soldier

This propaganda film urged African Americans to enlist in the Armed Forces during World War II. Learn more in the docuseries "Five Came Back."

How To Operate Behind Enemy Lines

This World War II-era training film dramatizes how secret agents should act while undercover. Find out more in the docuseries "Five Came Back."

Let There Be Light

Commissioned, then suppressed, by the U.S. government, this 1946 film follows veterans treated for trauma. Learn more in the series "Five Came Back."

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