The Lost Battalion (1919): cast, story & where to watch
1919 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1919, The Lost Battalion is a drama, war and history film directed by Burton L. King, running about 100 minutes. “And he told them to go to hell” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. World War I, October 1918. The more than 500 men of the 77th Infantry Division of the United States Army, who have been recruited in New York City and trained in Yaphank, are sent to France, to help break down the German defenses located in the Argonne forest…
Who’s in it. The Lost Battalion stars Robert Alexander as Major-General Robert Alexander, George McMurtry as Major George McMurtry, Charles W. Whittlesey as Lt. Col. Charles W. Whittlesey and William J. Cullen as Captain William J. Cullen, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Lost Battalion has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lost Battalion page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lost Battalion tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lost Battalion (1919)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lost Battalion change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lost Battalion worth watching?
- The Lost Battalion holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lost Battalion?
- The Lost Battalion stars Robert Alexander, George McMurtry, Charles W. Whittlesey, William J. Cullen and Arthur F. McKeogh.
- When was The Lost Battalion released?
- The Lost Battalion was released in 1919, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.