The Diary of an Unknown Soldier
1959, English. Directed by Peter Watkins.
A short story narrated by an unknown British soldier who reveals his hopes, fears, and disillusionment while heading into battle against the German army.
- Runtime
- 0h 17m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 2 January 1959
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Peter Watkins
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The Diary of an Unknown Soldier runs 17 minutes (0h 17m).
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Which OTT platform is The Diary of an Unknown Soldier on?
The Diary of an Unknown Soldier isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 January 1959. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Diary of an Unknown Soldier?
If you liked The Diary of an Unknown Soldier, try Father Soldier Son, Why We Fight: Prelude to War, They Shall Not Grow Old.
Who directed The Diary of an Unknown Soldier?
The Diary of an Unknown Soldier (1959) was directed by Peter Watkins and stars Brian Robertson, Peter Watkins.