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The Somme

DramaDocumentary
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2005-11-14
1h 42m
English
Released
DSP

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Drama-documentary recounting the events of the 1st July 1916 and the Battle of the Somme on the Western Front during the First World War. Told through the letters and journals of soldiers who were there.

#world war i#infantry#docudrama#british soldier#casualty of war#1910s#trench warfare#battle of the somme

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Stream The Somme online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about drama and documentary movie originally produced in English and released in 2005, it's earned a solid 5.9/10 from 8 viewers worldwide.

About The Somme

Drama-documentary recounting the events of the 1st July 1916 and the Battle of the Somme on the Western Front during the First World War. Told through the letters and journals of soldiers who were there. Running 102 minutes.

The Somme Cast and Characters

The cast features Tilda Swinton (as Narrator (voice)), Ed Stoppard (as Captain Charlie May), Paul Popplewell (as Greenhalgh), Patrick Kennedy (as Sergeant Richard H. Tawney), and Martin Hancock (as Andrews). Their performances are a major reason The Somme has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Somme

The Somme flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch The Somme online for free?

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How long is The Somme?

The Somme runs for 102 minutes (about 1.7 hours).

Is The Somme good? What's the rating?

The Somme holds a 5.9/10 rating based on 8 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of The Somme?

The main cast includes Tilda Swinton, Ed Stoppard, Paul Popplewell, and Patrick Kennedy, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Somme available in English?

Yes — The Somme was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was The Somme released?

The Somme was released in 2005.

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Where can I watch The Somme for free?

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What is The Somme about?

The Somme is a Drama/Documentary English-language film. Drama-documentary recounting the events of the 1st July 1916 and the Battle of the Somme on the Western Front during the First World War. Told through the letters and journals of soldiers who were there.

When was The Somme released?

The Somme was released on November 14, 2005. It has a runtime of 1h 42m. The film was produced by DSP.

Who stars in The Somme?

The Somme stars Tilda Swinton, Ed Stoppard, Paul Popplewell and Patrick Kennedy. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is The Somme available in HD?

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