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Escape to Glory (1940)

Movie ★ 7.5 64 min

The Grand Hotel formula that was so overworked in the 1930s made an encore appearance in 1940's Escape to Glory. The story is given timeliness by placing the characters on a British merchant ship on the very day that World War II is declared. The ship is attacked by a Nazi U-Boat, resulting in a variety of reactions from the diverse passengers--one of whom (Erwin Kalser) is a German doctor. Constance Bennett is glamorous, Pat O'Brien is boozy, John Halliday is pensive, and everybody else (except for the German medico) is plain fearful.

P.J. Wolfson Writer John Brahm Director

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Quick facts

Released
May 20, 1940
Runtime
64 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0032448
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Frequently asked questions

What is Escape to Glory about?
The Grand Hotel formula that was so overworked in the 1930s made an encore appearance in 1940's Escape to Glory. The story is given timeliness by placing the characters on a British merchant ship on the very day that World War II is declared. The ship is attacked by a Nazi U-Boat, resulting in a variety of reactions from the diverse passengers--one of whom (Erwin Kalser) is a German doctor. Constance Bennett is glamorous, Pat O'Brien is boozy, John Halliday is pensive, and everybody else (except for the German medico) is plain fearful.
Who directed Escape to Glory?
Escape to Glory was directed by John Brahm.
Who stars in Escape to Glory?
Escape to Glory stars Pat O'Brien, Constance Bennett, John Halliday, Alan Baxter.
When was Escape to Glory released?
Escape to Glory is a 1940 drama film.
Where can I watch Escape to Glory?
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