One of Hollywood legend John Wayne's best war movies is about to become available to watch for free.

The Longest Day: John Wayne stars in trailer for 1962 film

An incredible John Wayne classic is about to be broadcast for free on BBC Two, after which it will be available to stream on BBC iPlayer for a limited time.

Released in 1962, The Longest Day is a must-watch for fans of war films as it depicts one of the most crucial moments of the Second World War. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

Wayne portrays the real-life war hero Lieutenant Col. Benjamin H. Vandervoort, who played a vital role in the defence of Sainte-Mère-Église during the invasion of Normandy on June 6th, 1944.

One of the first major motion pictures to depict the events of D-Day, it’s still widely considered

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