49th Parallel

In the early days of World War II, a German U-boat is sunk in Canada's Hudson Bay. Hoping to evade capture, a small band of German soldiers led by commanding officer Lieutenant Hirth attempts to cross the border into the United States, which has not yet entered the war and is officially neutral. Along the way, the German soldiers encounter brave men such as a French-Canadian fur trapper, Johnnie, a leader of a Hutterite farming community, Peter, an author, Philip and a soldier, Andy Brock.

Tagline

“THE MIGHTEST MANHUNT THAT EVER SWEPT THE SCREEN!”

Release Status

Released

Genres

War, Thriller

Director

Michael Powell

Original Language

EN

What is 49th Parallel about?

In the early days of World War II, a German U-boat is sunk in Canada's Hudson Bay. Hoping to evade capture, a small band of German soldiers led by commanding officer Lieutenant Hirth attempts to cross the border into the United States, which has not yet entered the war and is officially neutral. Along the way, the German soldiers encounter brave men such as a French-Canadian fur trapper, Johnnie, a leader of a Hutterite farming community, Peter, an author, Philip and a soldier, Andy Brock.

Who directed 49th Parallel?

49th Parallel was directed by Michael Powell.

When was 49th Parallel released?

49th Parallel was released on November 24, 1941.

How long is 49th Parallel?

49th Parallel has a runtime of 2h 3m.

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