
The War
The story of the Second World War through the personal accounts of a handful of men and women from four American towns. The war touched the lives of every family on every street in every town in America and demonstrated that in extraordinary times, there are no ordinary lives.
First Air Year
2007
Seasons
1
Audience Score
8.1
Genres
Documentary, War & Politics, Crime
Series Snapshot
The story of the Second World War through the personal accounts of a handful of men and women from four American towns. The war touched the lives of every family on every street in every town in America and demonstrated that in extraordinary times, there are no ordinary lives.
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The War is a dark pick with high complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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