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All Episodes of Five Came Back

Five acclaimed contemporary directors tell the story of five legendary Hollywood filmmakers who enlisted in the armed forces to document World War II.
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Season 1

  • The Mission Begins
    8.0/10387 votes

    The Mission Begins

    Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 3/31/2017

    As World War II begins, five of Hollywood's top directors leave success and homes behind to join the armed forces and make films for the war effort.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • Combat Zones
    8.2/10332 votes

    Combat Zones

    Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 3/31/2017

    Now in active service, each director learns his cinematic vision isn't always attainable within government bureaucracy and the variables of war.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown

  • The Price of Victory
    8.8/10329 votes

    The Price of Victory

    Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 3/31/2017

    At the war's end, the five come back to Hollywood to re-establish their careers, but what they've seen will haunt and change them forever.

    Director: Unknown

    Writer: Unknown