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Poster Why We Fight: Prelude to War

Why We Fight: Prelude to War 1942

Prelude to War was the first film of Frank Capra's Why We Fight propaganda film series, commissioned by the Pentagon and George C. Marshall. It was made to convince American troops of the necessity of combating the Axis Powers during World War II. This film examines the differences between democratic and fascist states.

  • Released: May 27, 1942
  • Runtime: 0h 53min
  • Genre: Documentary, War
  • Stars: Walter Huston, Max Schmeling
  • Director: Frank Capra
  • Production: War Activities Committee of the Motion Pictures Industry

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