The Forgotten Battle (2021)
Kernel Score: 80% · 752 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Action, War, Adventure, History, Drama
Released: 2021-06-05
Runtime: 126 minutes
Where to watch The Forgotten Battle
- Stream: Netflix
- Free with ads: Kanopy
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
During WWII's crucial Battle of the Scheldt, the lives of a glider pilot, a Nazi soldier and a reluctant Resistance recruit tragically intersect.
The Forgotten Battle parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that The Forgotten Battle is an R-rated WWII war drama depicting intense wartime violence.
- Violence & scariness: Strong — Set during a brutal WWII battle, consistent with its R rating and war/history genres.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Matthijs van Heijningen Jr.
Cast
- Gijs Blom as Marinus van Staveren
- Jamie Flatters as William Sinclair
- Susan Radder as Teuntje Visser
- Theo Barklem-Biggs as John
- Jan Bijvoet as Doctor Visser
- Marthe Schneider as Janna
- Ronald Kalter as Dirk Visser
- Scott Reid as Nigel
- Robert Naylor as Bill
- Tom Felton as Tony Turner
The Forgotten Battle FAQ
Is The Forgotten Battle good?
The Forgotten Battle has an 80% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 752 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Forgotten Battle?
In the US you can stream The Forgotten Battle on Netflix, watch it free with ads on Kanopy and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Forgotten Battle OK for kids?
The Forgotten Battle is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that The Forgotten Battle is an R-rated WWII war drama depicting intense wartime violence.
What movies are like The Forgotten Battle?
If you liked The Forgotten Battle, try Kalashnikov AK-47, Diplomacy, My Way and Schindler's List.