The Battle of the Rails
La Bataille du rail
During the Second World War, many French railway workers participated in the resistance. Daily acts of sabotage, spectacular derailments: the railway network took many actions against Nazi occupation. Stationmanager Camargue and his deputy, Athos, risk their lives in managing the network in their sector.
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What are the ratings for The Battle of the Rails?
The Battle of the Rails scores 6.9 on The Movie Database, 7.0 on IMDb, and 71% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Who stars in The Battle of the Rails?
The Battle of the Rails stars Charles Boyer, Jean Clarieux, Jean Daurand, François Joux, and Tony Laurent. René Clément is the director.
How long is The Battle of the Rails?
The Battle of the Rails runs 1h 25m (85 minutes).
When did The Battle of the Rails come out?
The Battle of the Rails was released on February 27, 1946.
Which studio made The Battle of the Rails?
The Battle of the Rails was produced by Coopérative Générale du Cinéma Français in France.
What language is The Battle of the Rails in?
The Battle of the Rails is in French, and its original title is La Bataille du rail.
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