The Forgotten Battle
2021, Dutch. Directed by Matthijs van Heijningen Jr..
In the final years of World War II, the lives of a traitor, a pilot, and a resistance fighter become intertwined as they fight to survive.
During WWII's crucial Battle of the Scheldt, the lives of a glider pilot, a Nazi soldier and a reluctant Resistance recruit tragically intersect.
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Dutch
- Rated
- A
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Where to watch The Forgotten Battle
The Forgotten Battle is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Matthijs van Heijningen Jr.Director
- Gijs BlomMarinus van Staveren
- Jamie FlattersWilliam Sinclair
- Susan RadderTeuntje Visser
- Theo Barklem-BiggsJohn
- Jan BijvoetDoctor Visser
- Marthe SchneiderJanna
- Ronald KalterDirk Visser
- Scott ReidNigel
- Robert NaylorBill
- Tom FeltonTony Turner
- Coen BrilHenk Schneijder
- Justus von DohnányiOberst Berghof
Details
- Released
- 5 June 2021
- Original title
- De Slag om de Schelde
- Country
- Netherlands, Belgium
- Written by
- Jesse Maiman, Paula van der Oest
- Budget
- $14M
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The Forgotten Battle: quick answers
Is The Forgotten Battle worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 813 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Forgotten Battle?
The Forgotten Battle runs 126 minutes (2h 6m).
Does The Forgotten Battle have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Forgotten Battle. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Forgotten Battle parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Forgotten Battle is rated A in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Forgotten Battle on?
The Forgotten Battle is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Forgotten Battle?
If you liked The Forgotten Battle, try WILL, Walking with the Enemy, Field of Lost Shoes.
Who directed The Forgotten Battle?
The Forgotten Battle (2021) was directed by Matthijs van Heijningen Jr. and stars Gijs Blom, Jamie Flatters, Susan Radder.