Plot Summary

Prelude to War was the first film of Frank Capra's Why We Fight propaganda film series, commissioned by the Pentagon and George C. Marshall. It was made to convince American troops of the necessity of combating the Axis Powers during World War II. This film examines the differences between democratic and fascist states.

Movie Details

Original Title
Why We Fight: Prelude to War
Status
released
Original Language
en

Where to watch free (US)

Kanopy
Hoopla
Plex
Plex Channel
Fawesome
Cineverse
Mometu
Tubi TV

Production Companies

War Activities Committee of the Motion Pictures Industry
U.S. War Department