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A Welcome to Britain (1943)

Movie ★ 7.0 55 min

Documentary Comedy

An uncredited Anthony Asquith is one of the directors of this WWII film (a joint UK/US production) which aims to explain British culture and character to the newly arrived American soldier. Starting with the ubiquitous pub visit, the film breezes through geography lessons, food and entertainment on the Home Front.

Anthony Asquith Director Burgess Meredith Director Burgess Meredith Writer Sam Spewack Writer

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Quick facts

Released
January 1, 1943
Runtime
55 min
IMDb
tt1980031
Language
Studio
Strand Film Company, Ministry of Information

Cast

Burgess Meredith Burgess Meredith Self (uncredited) Bob Hope Bob Hope Self (uncredited) Jacob L. Devers Self (uncredited) Felix Aylmer Felix Aylmer Schoolmaster (uncredited) Carla Lehmann Carla Lehmann The Unknown Girl (uncredited) Beatrice Lillie Beatrice Lillie Self (uncredited) Johnnie Schofield Johnnie Schofield Bert (uncredited) Beatrice Varley Beatrice Varley Vi (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is A Welcome to Britain about?
An uncredited Anthony Asquith is one of the directors of this WWII film (a joint UK/US production) which aims to explain British culture and character to the newly arrived American soldier. Starting with the ubiquitous pub visit, the film breezes through geography lessons, food and entertainment on the Home Front.
Who directed A Welcome to Britain?
A Welcome to Britain was directed by Anthony Asquith, Burgess Meredith.
Who stars in A Welcome to Britain?
A Welcome to Britain stars Burgess Meredith, Bob Hope, Jacob L. Devers, Felix Aylmer.
When was A Welcome to Britain released?
A Welcome to Britain is a 1943 documentary, comedy film.
Where can I watch A Welcome to Britain?
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