My Grandparents’ War

My Grandparents' War: Mark Rylance

Season 1 Episode 2 | 47m 55s

Follow actor Mark Rylance as he explores the extraordinary story of his grandfather, who spent nearly four years as a Japanese prisoner of war during World War II, and examines his own beliefs about war and peace in the process.

Aired: 04/11/21 | Expires: 03/28/23 | Rating: TV-PG

Original production funding for Season 2 of MY GRANDPARENTS' WAR was provided, in part, by MyHeritage and PBS viewers.

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Extras From This Episode

• Mark Rylance Learns How His Grandfather Survived During WWII

  Clip: S1 Ep2 | 3m 11s

• Mark Rylance Preview

  Preview: S1 Ep2 | 32s

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