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The Forgotten Battle (2021)

โ€œIn the final years of World War II, the lives of a traitor, a pilot, and a resistance fighter become intertwined as they fight to survive.โ€

7.1/10 ยท 804 votes 2h 6m r ActionAdventureDramaHistoryWar

#86 of 248 films from 2021 #563 of 2168 in action

Directed by Matthijs van Heijningen Jr. ยท Written by Paula van der Oest, Jesse Maiman

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Overview

During WWII's crucial Battle of the Scheldt, the lives of a glider pilot, a Nazi soldier and a reluctant Resistance recruit tragically intersect.

Cast

Gijs Blomas Marinus van Staveren
Jamie Flattersas William Sinclair
Susan Radderas Teuntje Visser
Theo Barklem-Biggsas John
Jan Bijvoetas Doctor Visser
Marthe Schneideras Janna
Ronald Kalteras Dirk Visser
Scott Reidas Nigel
Robert Nayloras Bill
Tom Feltonas Tony Turner
Coen Brilas Henk Schneijder
Justus von Dohnรกnyias Oberst Berghof
Mark van Eeuwenas Pim den Oever
Hajo Bruinsas Mayor Oostveen

Facts

Release dateJune 5, 2021
Runtime126 min (2h 6m) โ€” longer as the 2021 average of 110 min
GenresAction, Adventure, Drama, History, War
Original titleDe Slag om de Schelde
LanguageNL
Budget$14,000,000
IMDbtt10521092

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Questions

How long is The Forgotten Battle?
The Forgotten Battle runs 126 minutes (2h 6m).
Is The Forgotten Battle worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.1/10 across 804 votes, which places it #86 of 248 films released in 2021 in this index (top 66%) and #563 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Forgotten Battle?
The Forgotten Battle was directed by Matthijs van Heijningen Jr.. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Thing (2011).
Who stars in The Forgotten Battle?
Gijs Blom as Marinus van Staveren; Jamie Flatters as William Sinclair; Susan Radder as Teuntje Visser; Theo Barklem-Biggs as John; Jan Bijvoet as Doctor Visser; Marthe Schneider as Janna.
What is The Forgotten Battle rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Forgotten Battle?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/29948.

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