A Matter of Life and Death 1946
“Neither Heaven nor Earth could keep them apart!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 104 minutes
- Director
- Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger
- Networks
- The Archers, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
What is A Matter of Life and Death?
A Matter of Life and Death is a film first released in 1946. Catalogued under Romance, Fantasy, Drama, Comedy.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1946
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 104 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 15, 1946
- Studios
- The Archers, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
- Genres
- Romance, Fantasy, Drama, Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~104 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- The Archers, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
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Overview
A Matter of Life and Death is a film first released in 1946. Catalogued under Romance, Fantasy, Drama, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by The Archers, J. Arthur Rank Organisation. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A WW2 pilot battles a heavenly court to keep his love alive.”
- A striking mix of romance and fantasy
- Sharp wit and imaginative visuals
- Strong performances by David Niven and cast
- Pacing may feel leisurely to contemporary viewers
- Period humor might not click with everyone
Watch it if you enjoy poetic wartime romances that blend humor with celestial imagination.
The film’s whimsical yet dramatic tone makes it suitable for mature children and adults.
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What is the basic premise of the film?
A British WWII aviator who cheats death must argue before a celestial court to preserve his budding romance with an American girl.
When was the film released?
It was released in 1946.
What rating does the film have?
The film is rated PG.
How long does the film run?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 44 minutes.
Who are some of the main actors?
The film stars David Niven, Roger Livesey, Raymond Massey, Kim Hunter, and Marius Goring.
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