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Quick Info

Rating

7.2/10

Release2017

Seasons1

Episodes3

StatusEnded

Networks

Netflix

Production

Amblin Television

IACF Productions

Passion Pictures

Rock Paper Scissors

TV Show

Five Came Back

7.2

2017

Documentary

War & Politics

Synopsis

Five acclaimed contemporary directors tell the story of five legendary Hollywood filmmakers who enlisted in the armed forces to document World War II.

Seasons

Episodes

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