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Apple TV+: Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg's The Bloody Hundredth is the No. 1 movie

The Bloody Hundredth is the new documentary film from Apple TV+ that has become the No. 1 worldwide and in the US. Related to Masters of the Air, it has managed to captivate the audience with its real story. Here, check out the details.

Apple TV+'s The Bloody Hundredth
© IMDbApple TV+'s The Bloody Hundredth

After the series “Masters of the Air” with Austin Butler and a wide ensemble of prominent stars joined the Apple TV+ catalog, many users have been left wanting more, so now comes the real story of the main group.

The Bloody Hundredth” is the new movie, narrated by Tom Hanks and produced by Steven Spielberg, which has become the continuation of the war drama, honoring the heroes of the 100th Bomb Group.

Directed by Laurent Bouzereau and Mark Herzog, the production premiered just three days ago and has already become the most-watched on the platform, both worldwide and in the United States, surpassing other major titles.

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The Bloody Hundredth ranked No. 1 on Apple TV+

The Bloody Hundredth is the new Apple TV+ movie that not only portrays the real people who carried a patriotic cause on their shoulders with heroism and honor but has also become one of the biggest trends of the moment.

The heroes of the 100th Bomb Group in The Bloody Hundredth, Apple TV+ documentary. (Source: Apple TV)

The heroes of the 100th Bomb Group in The Bloody Hundredth, Apple TV+ documentary. (Source: Apple TV)

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The documentary serves as a bonus for the series Masters of the Air, which also featured in the catalog and starred a large ensemble cast full of stars, including Austin Butler, Callum Turner, Anthony Boyle and Barry Keoghan.

The series depicts how five miles above the ground and behind enemy lines, eleven men inside a bomber known as the “Flying Fortress” battle swarms of German fighters. Now, the film portrays the true story of the group that has made history.

With a runtime of just one hour and two minutes, the production has become the most-watched on the platform worldwide and in the United States. According to Flix Patrol, the title has managed to surpass Napoleon and Killers of the Flower Moon for the top spot.

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Each of the scenes is carried out using archival material, images and videos that were recorded at that time, including some scenes that appear in the episodes. Each of them is narrated by Tom Hanks, who also took on the role of producing the new film, alongside Steven Spielberg and Gary Goetzman.

What is the story behind The Bloody Hundredth?

The Flying Fortress Group, officially known as the 100th Bombardment Group, was an elite unit of the United States Air Force during World War II, known for their bravery and skill in the air.

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They operated the formidable B-17 Flying Fortress bombers and these fearless pilots and crews faced hostile skies over Europe, confronting intense enemy attacks while carrying out strategic missions to weaken Axis forces.

Through their courage and sacrifice, the group of men, consisting of approximately 2,000 individuals, became a living legend of aerial warfare, leaving behind a legacy of heroism that endures in historical memory.

Ariadna, a Journalism graduate from Tea and Deportea in Buenos Aires, Argentina, is fluent in both English and Spanish. She has been a key member of the Spoiler US team since its inception in 2023, where she covers a wide range of topics including entertainment, cinema, interviews, television programs, lifestyle, celebrity news, influencers, streaming platforms, pop culture, and reality shows. Before her role at Spoiler US, Ariadna joined Bolavip US in 2022, contributing to a diverse array of content areas. Her career began in 2021 at Indie Emergente, a digital music magazine, and she has also written about various cultural events for Spoiler Latinoamerica in 2023. With over three years of experience in journalism across various media outlets, Ariadna continues to broaden her expertise and impact in the field.

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