The Song of a Nation
The Song of a Nation
1936, English. Directed by Frank McDonald.
This historical featurette dramatizes the events that led to Francis Scott Key writing the words to "The Star-Spangled Banner."
- Runtime
- 0h 18m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- 4 July 1936
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The Song of a Nation runs 18 minutes (0h 18m).
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The Song of a Nation is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Song of a Nation on?
The Song of a Nation isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 4 July 1936. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Song of a Nation?
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Who directed The Song of a Nation?
The Song of a Nation (1936) was directed by Frank McDonald and stars Donald Woods, Claire Dodd.