Passchendaele (2008)
A sweeping Canadian war epic tracing one soldier's courage, sacrifice, and love amid the carnage of World War I's most devastating campaign.
Passchendaele - Movie Information
- Original Title: Passchendaele
- Release Year: 2008
- Directed by: Paul Gross
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Drama, Romance, War, History
- Age Rating (US): NR
- Runtime: 1h 54m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: German, English
- Release Date (Theatrical): October 17, 2008 (United States - NR), September 4, 2009 (United Kingdom - 15)
- Alternative Titles: Das Feld der Ehre - Passchendaele (DE), Passchendaele: Trzecia Bitwa (PL), A Batalha de Passchendaele (BR), Пашендаль: Останній бій (UA), La batalla de Passchendaele (ES)
- Production Companies: Bell Broadcast and New Media Fund, Damberger Film & Cattle Co, Rhombus Media, Whizbang Films, Alliance Films, Téléfilm Canada
- Production Countries: Canada
Passchendaele - Plot
Sergeant Michael Dunne fights in the 10th Battalion, AKA The "Fighting Tenth" with the 1st Canadian Division and participated in all major Canadian battles of the war, and set the record for highest number of individual bravery awards for a single battle
Passchendaele - Trailer
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Passchendaele - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Paul Gross
Main Cast
- Paul Gross
- Caroline Dhavernas
- Joe Dinicol
- Meredith Bailey
- Adam J. Harrington
- Gil Bellows
- James Kot
- Jesse Frechette
- Robert Nogier
- David LeReaney
Writers
- Paul Gross
Producers
- Niv Fichman
- Paul Gross
- Frank Siracusa
- Francis Damberger
Passchendaele - FAQs
Is Passchendaele based on a true story?
Passchendaele is inspired by real history. The Third Battle of Ypres, also known as the Battle of Passchendaele, was a brutal 1917 World War I campaign. Director Paul Gross drew on his own grandfather's experiences as a Canadian soldier to craft the personal story at the film's heart.
Where can I stream Passchendaele?
You can watch Passchendaele on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Pluto TV, YouTube Free, Tubi TV, Hoopla, and Plex for free or with ads. It's also available to buy or rent on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home.
Who are the main actors in Passchendaele?
Paul Gross leads the cast as Sergeant Michael Dunne, alongside Caroline Dhavernas as nurse Sarah Mann and Joe Dinicol as her brother David. The supporting cast includes Gil Bellows, Adam J. Harrington, Meredith Bailey, and Michael Greyeyes, among others.
What is the real Battle of Passchendaele?
The Battle of Passchendaele, or Third Battle of Ypres, was fought in Belgium from July to November 1917. Canadian forces played a decisive role in capturing the village of Passchendaele. The campaign claimed over half a million casualties and remains one of WWI's most devastating engagements.
What is Passchendaele about?
Passchendaele follows Sergeant Michael Dunne of the 10th Battalion, 1st Canadian Division, as he fights through the major battles of World War I. Woven into the war narrative is a love story and a portrait of sacrifice, courage, and the devastating human cost of conflict on the Western Front.
Who directed Passchendaele and why?
Paul Gross directed, wrote, produced, and starred in Passchendaele. His motivation was deeply personal — his grandfather fought at Passchendaele as a Canadian soldier. Gross spent years developing the project as a tribute to the Canadians who served and died in World War I.
What is the age rating for Passchendaele?
Passchendaele is rated NR (Not Rated) in the United States. In the United Kingdom it carries a 15 certificate, meaning it contains content suitable for viewers aged 15 and over. The film includes intense wartime violence and mature themes consistent with its WWI subject matter.
What are similar movies to Passchendaele?
If Passchendaele resonates with you, check out Saving Private Ryan, Paths of Glory, Grand Illusion, and Soldier of Orange — all powerful war films exploring courage and sacrifice. Doctor Zhivago and The Last Metro offer a similar blend of romance and wartime drama worth discovering.
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