The War
The son of a Vietnam War Veteran must deal with neighborhood bullies as well as his dad's post-traumatic stress disorder while growing up in the deep south in the 1970's.
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Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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The War (1994) Official Trailer #1 - Kevin Costner Movie HD
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Frequently asked questions about The War
Where can I watch The War in the United States?
The War is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for The War?
The War scores 6.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The War?
The War stars Elijah Wood, Kevin Costner, Mare Winningham, Lexi Randall, and LaToya Chisholm. Jon Avnet is the director.
How long is The War?
The War runs 2h 6m (126 minutes).
When did The War come out?
The War was released on November 4, 1994.
Which studio made The War?
The War was produced by Universal Pictures, Island World, and The Avnet/Kerner Company in the United States.
How much did The War make at the box office?
The War grossed $16 worldwide.
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.