Dirty Wars
Investigative journalist, Jeremy Scahill is pulled into an unexpected journey as he chases down the hidden truth behind America's expanding covert wars, and examines how the US government has responded to international terrorist threats in ways that seem to go against the established laws of the land.
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Streaming now in the United States on Philo, AMC+, Sundance Now, and Kanopy.
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Frequently asked questions about Dirty Wars
Where can I watch Dirty Wars in the United States?
Dirty Wars is available to stream on Philo, AMC+, Sundance Now, and Kanopy in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Dirty Wars for free?
Dirty Wars streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Dirty Wars?
Dirty Wars scores 7.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Dirty Wars?
Dirty Wars stars Jeremy Scahill, Nasser Al Aulaqi, Saleha Al Aulaqi, Muqbal Al Kazemi, and Abdul Rahman Barman. Rick Rowley is the director.
How long is Dirty Wars?
Dirty Wars runs 1h 27m (87 minutes).
When did Dirty Wars come out?
Dirty Wars was released on January 18, 2013.
Which studio made Dirty Wars?
Dirty Wars was produced by Civic Bakery, Big Noise Films, and Doc Society in the United States.
What languages is Dirty Wars in?
Dirty Wars is in English, Pushto, Somali, and Arabic, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.