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Coming Out Under Fire

4.319941h 12mMovieDocumentaryWar

A historical account of military policy regarding homosexuality during World War II. The documentary includes interviews with several homosexual WWII veterans.

DirectorArthur Dong
WritersArthur Dong·Allan Bérubé
ProducerArthur Dong

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Kino Film CollectionKino Film CollectionKanopyKanopy
Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Arthur Dong

SJSalome Jens
Salome Jens
Narrator (voice)
PA
Phillis Abry
Self - Radio Technician, Women's Army Corps
DB
David Barrett
Self - Storekeeper, U.S. Navy
SD
Sarah Davis
Self - Aviation Machinist Mate, WAVES
HG
Herbert Greenspan
Self - Psychiatrist, U.S. Navy (as Dr. Herbert Greenspan)
BL
Bruce Lee
Self - Intelligence Clerk, U.S. Army Air Corps
ML
Marvin Liebman
Self - Special Services, U.S. Army Air Corps
SL
Stuart Loomis
Self - Psychological Assistant, U.S. Army
TR
Tom Reddy
Self - Special Services, U.S. Marine Corps
AB
Alan Bergreen
Additional Voice (voice)
VH
Victoria Hochberg
Additional Voice (voice)
BMBurr Middleton
Burr Middleton
Additional Voice (voice)

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Coming Out Under Fire — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Coming Out Under Fire?

Coming Out Under Fire is streaming on Kino Film Collection and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Coming Out Under Fire on Netflix?

No, Coming Out Under Fire is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Kino Film Collection and Kanopy.

Is Coming Out Under Fire on Amazon Prime Video?

Coming Out Under Fire isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Coming Out Under Fire for free?

Coming Out Under Fire is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.