---
title: "Diary of a Sergeant"
year: 1945
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/diary-of-a-sergeant-1945"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 315369
imdb_id: "tt1772258"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 22
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 2
content_rating: "G"
---

# Diary of a Sergeant (1945) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/diary-of-a-sergeant-1945

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Diary of a Sergeant is a 1945 American short film produced by the United States Army Pictorial Service. Directed by Joseph M. Newman, the documentary stars Harold Russell and Alfred Drake. The film tells the story of Harold Russell, an American soldier who lost his hands in a military training accident in 1944. Russell details his medical rehabilitation at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, DC. The picture shows how he and his fellow amputees at the hospital initially despaired before finding new hope through the prostheses and training provided by the Army medical corps. Russell learns how to wear and operate the hooks that replace his hands, ultimately becoming competent at performing many tasks he previously thought were no longer possible. After being discharged from the military, he is welcomed into Boston College by college president William.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Fawesome | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Joseph M. Newman
- **Networks / Studios**: United States War Department

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Alfred Drake** as *Harold Russell (voice) (uncredited)*
- **Harold Russell** as *Himself (uncredited)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Diary of a Sergeant online?
Diary of a Sergeant is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Diary of a Sergeant worth watching?
Diary of a Sergeant holds a community rating of 7.0/10 based on 2 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Diary of a Sergeant and when was it released?
Diary of a Sergeant is a feature film with a runtime of 22 minutes. It was released in 1945. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Diary of a Sergeant?
Diary of a Sergeant was directed by Joseph M. Newman.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Diary of a Sergeant — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/315369)
- [Diary of a Sergeant - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diary_of_a_Sergeant)
- [Diary of a Sergeant (1945) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/315369-diary-of-a-sergeant/cast)
- [Diary of a Sergeant (Short 1945) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1772258/)
- [Diary of a Sergeant (1945) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/diary-of-a-sergeant/credits)
- [Diary of a Sergeant Cast & Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/diary-of-a-sergeant/JQcucNazMf0VO77PzXWSO3/credits/)

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