The Giant of Norway

This short tells the story of Norwegian explorer and diplomat Fridtjof Nansen (1861-1930). After a life of adventure, he was instrumental in resettling tens of thousands of refugees and displaced persons resulting from World War I. He continued this work in 1922 after the war between Greece and Turkey. The film ends by reminding moviegoers to think of the plight of contemporary refugees caused by the fighting in Europe.

Release Date

June 24, 1939

Status

Released

Original Title

The Giant of Norway

Runtime

11min

Budget

Revenue

Language

English

Production Companies

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer