Jarhead movie poster

Jarhead

2005 · 2h 3m · Released

R Drama, War

Jarhead is a film about a US Marine Anthony Swofford’s experience in the Gulf War. After putting up with an arduous boot camp, Swofford and his unit are sent to the Persian Gulf where they are eager to fight, but are forced to stay back from the action. Swofford struggles with the possibility of his girlfriend cheating on him, and as his mental state deteriorates, his desire to kill increases.

Read the book by Anthony Swofford

Ratings

Based on audience scores
6.7 The Movie Database
N/A IMDb
N/A Rotten Tomatoes
N/A Metacritic

Where to stream Jarhead

Streaming now in the United States on Netflix and Starz Apple TV channel.

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Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

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Trailers and promos

Trailer
Welcome to the Suck
Staff Sergeant Sykes’ Scout Sniper Course - Extended Preview
Fight the Power
Jake Gyllenhaal - Jarhead - Behind the Scenes

Top cast and crew

Sam Mendes Director
Jake Gyllenhaal Anthony Swofford
Jamie Foxx Staff Sgt. Sykes
Peter Sarsgaard Alan Troy
Scott MacDonald D.I. Fitch
Chris Cooper Lt. Col. Kazinski
Laz Alonso Ramon Escobar
Lucas Black Kruger
Brian Geraghty Fergus O'Donnell
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Frequently asked questions about Jarhead

Where can I watch Jarhead in the United States?

Jarhead is available to stream on Netflix and Starz Apple TV channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Is Jarhead on Netflix?

Yes. Jarhead is streaming on Netflix in the United States, alongside Starz Apple TV channel.

Can I watch Jarhead for free?

Not free in the United States right now. Jarhead needs a subscription to Netflix and Starz Apple TV channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.

What are the ratings for Jarhead?

Jarhead scores 6.7 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in Jarhead?

Jarhead stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Jamie Foxx, Peter Sarsgaard, Scott MacDonald, and Chris Cooper. Sam Mendes is the director.

How long is Jarhead?

Jarhead runs 2h 3m (123 minutes).

When did Jarhead come out?

Jarhead was released on November 4, 2005.

Which studio made Jarhead?

Jarhead was produced by Red Wagon Entertainment and Neal Street Productions in the United Kingdom and the United States.

What was the budget for Jarhead?

Jarhead was made on a budget of $72,000,000.

How much did Jarhead make at the box office?

Jarhead grossed $97,076,152 worldwide, against a budget of $72,000,000.

What languages is Jarhead in?

Jarhead is in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Latin, 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.

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