WWII From Space (2012)

Name: WWII From Space
Genre: Documentary, History, War
Released: 2012
Duration: 88 min
Rating: 7.3
Cast: Corey Johnson, Geoffrey Wawro, Patrick W. Singer, Bob Jefferey, Chris Semancik

1h 28m United Kingdom, United States of America

Documentary History War

Plot

WWII from Space offers a unique perspective on the Second World War through innovative CGI technology, presenting the conflict from a satellite viewpoint. This HISTORY special highlights significant events and turning points within a global context, recreating pivotal moments that traditional cameras missed. By illustrating the interconnectedness of simultaneous events and uncovering lesser-known impacts, the documentary enriches viewers' understanding of this monumental period. It also explores how a nation, once ranked 19th in military power in 1939, transformed into the world’s sole atomic superpower within just six years, revealing the war's profound implications.

Cast

Corey Johnson Geoffrey Wawro Patrick W. Singer Bob Jefferey Chris Semancik Raymond V. Mason James Jay Carafano Michael Vernillo David M. Kennedy Kevin Farrell Dr. Conrad C. Crane Donald Stratton Richard Overy Patrick Porter John Schaffner