1941 1979
“Soon the screen will be bombarded by the most explosive barrage of 砲撃 ever filmed.”
What is 1941?
1941 is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Comedy, War.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1979
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 118 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 14, 1979
- Studios
- Columbia Pictures, Universal Pictures, A-Team Productions
- Genres
- Comedy, War
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Overview
1941 is a film first released in 1979. Catalogued under Comedy, War. Produced and broadcast by Columbia Pictures, Universal Pictures, A-Team Productions. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A frantic California mob hunts a Japanese sub in a madcap wartime comedy.”
- High-energy slapstick humor
- Blend of war and comedy
- Period setting adds chaotic charm
- The frantic style can overwhelm viewers
Watch it if you enjoy fast-paced, absurd wartime comedies that mix action with silliness.
Its PG rating means mild language and cartoonish violence, suitable for older children and adults.
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When was "1941" released?
It premiered in the United States on December 14, 1979.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is a comedy that also incorporates war and action elements.
What is the film’s rating?
It is rated PG.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour 58 minutes.
What is the basic premise?
Set just after Pearl Harbor, the story follows a military officer leading a California mob in pursuit of a Japanese submarine.
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