World War II with Tom Hanks

A sober, sweeping history lesson that moves deliberately through catastrophe, mixing archival footage with grave narration to leave you informed and unsettled.

Created by

David Belton

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Tom Hanks

Overview

Explores WWII from Germany's invasion of Poland through the atomic age, examining pivotal battles, wartime leaders like Churchill and Roosevelt, and the human cost of total war.

How it feels

Measured and needs your attention.

About

War, power, death, survival

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore and language. No sexual content.

Note

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