The Purple V (1943)
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German expatriate Fritz Kortner plays the largest role, as an anti-Nazi schoolmaster who helps a downed American flyer (John Archer) reached Allied lines with vital war information. As usual, the Nazis are incredibly stupid and lead-footed, enabling the flyer to accomplish his mission.
Director: George Sherman
Genre: Drama, War
Runtime: 58 min
Release Date: March 12, 1943
Cast
- John Archer - Jimmy Thorne
- Mary McLeod - Katti Forster
- Fritz Kortner - Thomas Forster
- Rex Williams - Paul Forster
- Kurt Katch - Johann Keller
- Walter Sande - Otto Horner
- Wilhelm von Brincken - Col. von Ritter (as William Vaughn)
- Peter Lawford - Roger
- Irene Seidner - Mrs. Vogel
Screenplay
- Robert R. Mill (Story)
- Bertram Millhauser (Adaptation)
- Bertram Millhauser (Screenplay)
- Curt Siodmak (Screenplay)
Production: Republic Pictures
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
anti-nazi resistance
More Films by Director: George Sherman
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Purple V about?
- German expatriate Fritz Kortner plays the largest role, as an anti-Nazi schoolmaster who helps a downed American flyer (John Archer) reached Allied lines with vital war information. As usual, the Nazis are incredibly stupid and lead-footed, enabling the flyer to accomplish his mission.
- Who directed The Purple V?
- The Purple V was directed by George Sherman.
- Who stars in The Purple V?
- The Purple V stars John Archer, Mary McLeod, Fritz Kortner, Rex Williams, Kurt Katch, Walter Sande.
- How long is The Purple V?
- The Purple V has a runtime of 58m (58 minutes).
- What genre is The Purple V?
- The Purple V is a Drama, War film.
- Where was The Purple V produced?
- The Purple V was produced in United States of America.