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Generation War (2014): Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Generation War is a 2014 historical drama. It runs 4 hours 30 minutes and earned $91,595 worldwide. Critics gave it 57 on Metacritic.

worldwide gross
$91.6K
Metascore
57
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Generation War (2014) movie poster
Released
Runtime
4h 30m (270 min)
Genres
Drama , History , War
Studio
Music Box Films
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Generation War About?

The premise of Generation War without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

In 1941 Berlin, as the shadow of war grows, two brothers with contrasting personalities are drawn into the conflict and sent to the Eastern Front. While they face the brutal realities of war, those left behind in Berlin must confront love, ambition, and the increasing oppression of the regime. The film explores the impact of the war on individuals and families amidst a city on the brink of chaos.

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Ratings

Generation War Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Generation War 57 on Metacritic.

Plot

Generation War Plot Summary

What happens in Generation War from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The story unfolds across three distinct parts: A Different Time, A Different War, and A Different Country, each presented over 90 minutes. It kicks off in a lively Berlin pub where five close friends gather just weeks prior to the German invasion of the Soviet Union. This circle includes Wilhelm—an army officer—his enlisted brother Friedhelm, Viktor, a Jewish tailor shop owner, Charlotte, a newly-trained military nurse, and Greta, a beautiful bartender aspiring to be a singer. As they bask in each other’s company, their shared optimism is evident, as they fantasize about reuniting by Christmas.

Full summary

The whole story of Generation War, scene by scene

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Box office

Generation War Box Office

Generation War grossed $91,595 worldwide.

2014 box office

Worldwide gross

$91.6K

US & Canada
$91.6K
Videos

Generation War Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 2 trailers.

Trailer
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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Generation War?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Generation War Also Known As

25 alternative titles, including “Нашите майки, нашите бащи” and “我们的父辈”.

Also known as
  • Нашите майки, нашите бащи
  • 我们的父辈
  • 我们的父辈-s01
  • 我们的父辈-s02
  • Válečná generace
  • Наші матері, наші батьки
  • Hijos del Tercer Reich
  • Génération War
  • Nasze matki, nasi ojcowie
  • Válka generací
  • Os Filhos da Guerra
  • Génération guerre
+13 more
  • 포화속의 우정
  • Наши матери, наши отцы
  • Krigets unga hjärtan
  • דור מלחמה
  • Kuşak Savaşı
  • Mūsų motinos, mūsų tėvai
  • Generációk háborúja (Anyáink, apáink)
  • 我們的父輩
  • Sodan sukupolvi
  • Vores mødre, vores fædre
  • ジェネレーション・ウォー
  • Войната на поколенията
  • Naše majke, naši očevi

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FAQ

Generation War FAQ: Box Office, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Generation War, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Generation War?

Generation War runs 4 hours 30 minutes (270 minutes).

When was Generation War released?

Generation War was released on January 15, 2014.

How much did Generation War make at the box office?

Generation War grossed $91,595 worldwide.

How is Generation War rated?

Generation War has 57 on Metacritic, 80% on TMDB, 4.1/5 on Letterboxd and 4.7/5 on Movie Insider.

Does Generation War have a post-credit scene?

No. Generation War has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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