A Matter of Life and Death
“Neither Heaven nor Earth could keep them apart!”
A British wartime aviator who cheats death must argue for his life before a celestial court, hoping to prolong his fledgling romance with an American girl.
Where to watch A Matter of Life and Death in United States
Can I watch A Matter of Life and Death in United States? Yes — you can stream A Matter of Life and Death in United States on Artiflix and YouTube Free.
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Where is A Matter of Life and Death streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Artiflix, YouTube Free | — |
| India | Artiflix | — |
| United Kingdom | Artiflix | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Artiflix | — |
| Australia | Artiflix | Apple TV Store |
| Germany | Artiflix | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Artiflix | Apple TV Store |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, FlixOlé, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Artiflix | — |
| Brazil | Belas Artes à La Carte, Artiflix | — |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Artiflix | Amazon Video |
About A Matter of Life and Death
A Matter of Life and Death is a 1946 English-language romance, fantasy and drama film directed by Emeric Pressburger and Michael Powell. The cast is led by David Niven, Kim Hunter, Roger Livesey. It has a runtime of 1h 44m. Viewers rate it 7.8/10 across 500 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Artiflix, YouTube Free.
A Matter of Life and Death was produced by The Archers and J. Arthur Rank Organisation and made in United Kingdom. It was released on December 15, 1946, and carries a PG certification. Made on a budget of about $0 million, it went on to gross $2 million worldwide.
- Director
- Emeric Pressburger, Michael Powell
- Writers
- Emeric Pressburger, Michael Powell
- Release date
- December 15, 1946
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Budget
- $0 million
- Box office
- $2 million
- Production
- The Archers, J. Arthur Rank Organisation
A Matter of Life and Death cast & crew
A Matter of Life and Death was directed by Emeric Pressburger and Michael Powell and written by Emeric Pressburger and Michael Powell.
The cast features David Niven as Peter Carter, Kim Hunter as June, Roger Livesey as Doctor Reeves, Marius Goring as Conductor 71, Robert Coote as Bob Trubshawe, and Kathleen Byron as An Angel.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Allan Gray, cinematography is by Jack Cardiff, and it was produced by Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger.
Is A Matter of Life and Death worth watching?
A Matter of Life and Death holds an audience score of 7.8/10 from 479 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed romance films.
At 1h 44m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy romance, fantasy, and drama, A Matter of Life and Death is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch A Matter of Life and Death
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Cast of A Matter of Life and Death
David Niven
Peter Carter
Kim Hunter
June
Roger Livesey
Doctor Reeves
Marius Goring
Conductor 71
Robert Coote
Bob Trubshawe
Kathleen Byron
An Angel
Richard Attenborough
An English Pilot
Bonar Colleano
An American Pilot
Joan Maude
Chief Recorder
Robert Atkins
The Vicar
Edwin Max
Dr. Mc.Ewen
Betty Potter
Mrs. Tucker
A Matter of Life and Death — FAQs
▸Where can I watch A Matter of Life and Death in United States?
A Matter of Life and Death is streaming on Artiflix, YouTube Free in United States.
▸Is A Matter of Life and Death on Artiflix?
Yes — A Matter of Life and Death is currently available on Artiflix in United States.
▸What language is A Matter of Life and Death in?
A Matter of Life and Death is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, French, Russian. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is A Matter of Life and Death?
A Matter of Life and Death runs 1 hours 44 minutes (104 minutes).
▸What is A Matter of Life and Death rated?
A Matter of Life and Death is rated PG. It holds a 7.8/10 audience score from 479 ratings.
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