Journey's End 2017
“Innocence Lost... Courage Found”
What is Journey's End?
Journey's End (2017) is a war drama set in a 1918 British dugout in Aisne, following a group of officers led by the mentally deteriorating young officer Stanhope as they await their fate. The story concentrates on the claustrophobic environment and the psychological pressures of frontline command during the final months of World War I.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2017
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 108 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 14, 2017
- Studios
- Fluidity Films, BFI, Wales Screen
- Genres
- War, Drama, Action
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.3/10
- Episode runtime
- ~108 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Fluidity Films, BFI, Wales Screen
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Overview
Journey's End (2017) is a war drama set in a 1918 British dugout in Aisne, following a group of officers led by the mentally deteriorating young officer Stanhope as they await their fate. The story concentrates on the claustrophobic environment and the psychological pressures of frontline command during the final months of World War I.
Its tone is sober and tense, with pacing that lingers on character interactions and the looming threat of battle, reflecting the grim reality of trench warfare. The 1 hour 48 minute runtime keeps the narrative focused, offering a compact yet impactful glimpse into the human cost of war.
Should you watch it?
“British officers confront the crushing weight of war in a claustrophobic 1918 trench dugout.”
- Authentic WWI trench atmosphere captured in a confined dugout setting.
- Focused exploration of a young officer's mental breakdown under combat pressure.
- Concise 1h48m runtime delivers a tight, immersive war drama.
- The relentless bleakness may be emotionally heavy for some viewers.
Watch it if you appreciate intense wartime dramas that examine leadership and psychological strain.
The film maintains a somber, tense tone with deliberate pacing, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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Where can I stream Journey's End (2017)?
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Is Journey's End worth watching?
If you value historically grounded war dramas that probe the mental strain on officers, the film offers a compelling, focused experience.
How long will it take to watch the film?
The runtime is 1 hour and 48 minutes, so a single sitting covers the entire story.
Are there essential episodes I need to see?
Journey's End is a standalone feature film, so there are no episodes—watch the entire movie.
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