Were it not for the fact that this comes with Adm. John Ford’s provenance attached to it, this short feature really wouldn’t amount to much more than a collection of newsreel-style actuality as the battle of Midway took place in the summer of 1942. It’s interesting that he chose enthusiastic Briton Donald Crisp to lead the narration with the likes of Henry Fonda, and there is a plethora of real-time action…
The Japanese attack on Midway in June 1942, filmed as it happened. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive, in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, in 2006.
Top Cast
Henry Fonda
Narrator (voice)
Jane Darwell
Narrator (voice)
Donald Crisp
Main Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
Irving Pichel
Narrator (voice) (uncredited)
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FAQ about The Battle of Midway
What is The Battle of Midway about?
The Japanese attack on Midway in June 1942, filmed as it happened. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive, in partnership with Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, in 2006.
When was The Battle of Midway released?
The Battle of Midway was released in 1942.
What genres does The Battle of Midway belong to?
The Battle of Midway is categorised as Documentary, War.
Who stars in The Battle of Midway?
The cast of The Battle of Midway includes Henry Fonda, Jane Darwell, Donald Crisp, Irving Pichel.