49th Parallel 1941
“THE MIGHTEST MANHUNT THAT EVER SWEPT THE SCREEN!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 123 minutes
- Director
- Michael Powell
- Network
- Ortus Films
- Where to Stream
- HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, TCM
What is 49th Parallel?
Topic: Film "49th Parallel" (1941). Goal: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1941
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 123 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 24, 1941
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Ortus Films
- Budget
- $140,000
- Revenue
- $5,275,000
- Genres
- War, Thriller
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 131 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~123 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Ortus Films
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Topic: Film "49th Parallel" (1941).
Goal: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No inventions (titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.).
Neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: 49th Parallel
Year: 1941
Genre: War and Thriller (Source 1), British epic war drama (Source 4).
Runtime: 2h 3m (Source 1).
US Release Date: 04/09/1942 (Source 1).
Plot:
Early days of WWII.
German U-boat sunk in Canada's Hudson Bay.
Small band of German soldiers led by Lieutenant Hirth attempts to cross the border into the United States.
The US has not yet entered the war and is officially neutral.
Characters encountered: Johnnie (French-Canadian fur trapper), Peter (leader of a Hutterite farming community), Philip (an author), and Andy Brock (a soldier).
Cast/Crew:
Team of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger (Source 4).
Stars: Leslie Howard, Laurence
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of war and thriller that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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49th Parallel is currently available to watch or stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, TCM, HBO Max. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.
Is 49th Parallel worth watching?
49th Parallel holds a community rating of 7.0/10 based on 131 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging War, Thriller for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie 49th Parallel and when was it released?
49th Parallel is a feature film with a runtime of 123 minutes. It was released in 1941. Release status: Released.
Who directed 49th Parallel?
49th Parallel was directed by Michael Powell.
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