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WWII in HD

★7.6 2009 1 Season TV-MA

WWII in HD is a 10-part American documentary television miniseries that originally aired from November 15 to November 19, 2009 on the History Channel. The program focuses on the firsthand experiences of twelve American service members during World War II, including an Army nurse, a member of the Tuskegee Airmen, a second generation Japanese American and prisoner of war, and an Austrian Jewish immigrant. The twelve members recorded their time in both theaters and some had later interviews; found footage from the battlefield was paired with the stories of the twelve service members. The episodes premiered on five consecutive days, with two episodes per day. The series is narrated by Gary Sinise and was produced by Lou Reda Productions in Easton, Pennsylvania, United States.

Seasons & episodes

1 season · 10 episodes

Darkness Falls

Episode 01

Darkness Falls

Nov 15, 2009 · 50 min

Darkness falls... and Europe falls under Nazi control. America was unprepared for joining the war and got hit hard with the attack on Pearl Harbor. North Africa and Guadalcanal were the first bloody battlegrounds.

Hard Way Back

Episode 02

Hard Way Back

Nov 15, 2009 · 47 min

The Allies take on the daunting forces of the Axis, with victory far from certain. Charles Scheffel battles Rommel's forces in Tunisia and Jack Werner faces bitter combat in the northern Pacific.

Bloody Resolve

Episode 03

Bloody Resolve

Nov 16, 2009 · 44 min

The Marines assault Tarawa in one of the bloodiest battles yet waged. MacArthur island-hops and Italy's front lines claim a casualty.

Battle Stations

Episode 04

Battle Stations

Nov 16, 2009 · 45 min

The Allies lay plans for the invasion of France; Bert Stiles and the 8th Air Force attempt to clear the skies over Normandy, while the Pacific remains a quagmire. D-Day arrives.

Day of Days

Episode 05

Day of Days

Nov 17, 2009 · 44 min

The Allies are bogged down in Normandy's hedgerows in the aftermath of D-Day, while on Saipan, victory turns to horror.

Point of No Return

Episode 06

Point of No Return

Nov 17, 2009 · 45 min

The Allies race toward Germany as American Marines battle for ground on Peleliu and across the bloody Pacific.

Striking Distance

Episode 07

Striking Distance

Nov 18, 2009 · 44 min

American forces storm the Philippines while Shelby Westbrook is shot down over Europe. Jack Yusen battles the dangers of the deep when his ship is sunk after a heroic duel.

Glory and Guts

Episode 08

Glory and Guts

Nov 18, 2009 · 44 min

The Marine assault on Iwo Jima brings horror and glory. Pilot Bert Stiles engages a German fighter with disastrous consequences. Reinforcements arrive in Europe to push the Allies toward victory.

Edge of the Abyss

Episode 09

Edge of the Abyss

Nov 19, 2009 · 43 min

The Battle of the Bulge pushes the Allies to the brink, and Rockie Blunt barely survives the fight. Okinawa erupts as the Japanese make their last stand. Hitler is handed a final ultimatum.

End Game

Episode 10

End Game

Nov 19, 2009 · 44 min

With the end in sight, Okinawa is a bloody obstacle to victory. The third Reich ends with a single gunshot. America delivers the final blow to Japan and the world celebrates the fall of the Axis.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 7.6 /10

based on 48 votes

Synopsis

WWII in HD is a 10-part American documentary television miniseries that originally aired from November 15 to November 19, 2009 on the History Channel. The program focuses on the firsthand experiences of twelve American service members during World War II, including an Army nurse, a member of the Tuskegee Airmen, a second generation Japanese American and prisoner of war, and an Austrian Jewish immigrant. The twelve members recorded their time in both theaters and some had later interviews; found footage from the battlefield was paired with the stories of the twelve service members. The episodes premiered on five consecutive days, with two episodes per day. The series is narrated by Gary Sinise and was produced by Lou Reda Productions in Easton, Pennsylvania, United States.

DocumentaryWar & Politics

Cast

8 principal cast

Gary Sinise

Gary Sinise

Narrator

LL Cool J

LL Cool J

Shelby Westbrook (voice)

Steve Zahn

Steve Zahn

Nolen Marbrey (voice)

Justin Bartha

Justin Bartha

Jack Werner (voice)

Josh Lucas

Josh Lucas

Bert Stiles (voice)

Tim DeKay

Tim DeKay

Richard Tregaskis (voice)

Amy Smart

Amy Smart

June Wandrey (voice)

Mark Hefti

Mark Hefti

Archie Sweeney (voice)

Where to watch WWII in HD

WWII in HD is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The documentary has 1 season and 10 total episodes, rated 7.6/10 by 48 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does WWII in HD have?

WWII in HD has 1 season with 10 episodes in total.

Is WWII in HD still on the air?

WWII in HD has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs WWII in HD?

WWII in HD airs on History.

When did WWII in HD first air?

WWII in HD first aired on November 15, 2009.

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