FILMTWThey Were Expendable1945
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How Long Is “They Were Expendable”?
2h 15m runtime
Drama film with a runtime of 135 minutes, released in 1945. Presented in English.
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A classic war film, based on the campaign fought by American motor torpedo-boats in the Philippines during World War II. A navy lieutenant is in charge of a squadron of MTBs whose task is to carry urgent messages between garrisons, but he is convinced that they should play a more vital role in the war effort. When a Japanese warship is spotted in the vicinity, he sees his chance.
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How long is They Were Expendable?
They Were Expendable runs for 2h 15m.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of film is this?
It is tagged under drama, military, adaptation, War.
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