The Mortal Storm

(1940)Directed by Frank Borzage100 minDrama
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The Roth family leads a quiet life in a small village in the German Alps during the early 1930s. After the Nazis come to power, the family is divided and Martin Breitner, a family friend, is caught up in the turmoil.

Margaret Sullavanas Freya Roth
James Stewartas Martin Breitner
Robert Youngas Fritz Marberg
Frank Morganas Professor Victor Roth
Robert Stackas Otto Von Rohn
Irene Richas Mrs. Roth
William T. Orras Erich Von Rohn
Maria Ouspenskayaas Mrs. Breitner
Russell Hicksas Rector
Esther Daleas Marta
Dan Daileyas Holl
Granville Batesas Professor Berg
Thomas W. Rossas Professor Werner
Ward Bondas Franz
Harry Deppas 2nd Colleague
Julius Tannenas 3rd Colleague
GGGus Glassmireas 4th Colleague
Rudolph Andersas Gestapo Official Hartman
Max Davidsonas Old Postman
Tom Drakeas Second Classroom Scene
Dick Elliottas Passport Official on Train