What is Catch-22?
Catch-22 is a film first released in 1973. Catalogued under Comedy, War, TV Movie.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1973
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 28 minutes
- Release date
- May 21, 1973
- Genres
- Comedy, War, TV Movie
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Catch-22 is a film first released in 1973. Catalogued under Comedy, War, TV Movie. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A WWII bomber grapples with absurd bureaucracy and chaotic comrades on a tiny Italian island.”
- Adapts Joseph Heller’s acclaimed novel
- Shows the absurdity of military bureaucracy
- Blends comedy with wartime setting
- Its 28‑minute TV format leaves little room for deeper character development
- As a pilot that never aired, production values feel modest
Watch it if you enjoy satirical takes on military bureaucracy and dark wartime humor.
The film’s dark satire and war setting make it suitable for mature audiences.
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When was the film released?
It premiered in the United States on May 21, 1973.
How long is the runtime?
The film runs approximately 28 minutes.
What genres describe the film?
It is classified as a comedy, war, and TV movie.
Is the story based on a book?
Yes, it adapts Joseph Heller’s satirical novel Catch‑22.
Was it a theatrical release?
No, it was produced as a television pilot that never aired as a series.