Casualties of War
1989, English. Directed by Brian De Palma.
Even in war… murder is murder.
During the Vietnam War, a soldier finds himself the outsider of his own squad when they unnecessarily kidnap a female villager.
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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7.2/10 from 1,068 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Casualties of War
Casualties of War is streaming on Sony Pictures in India.
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Cast & crew
- Brian De PalmaDirector
- Michael J. FoxPrivate Eriksson
- Sean PennSgt. Tony Meserve
- Don HarveyCpl. Thomas E. Clark
- John C. ReillyPrivate Herbert Hatcher
- John LeguizamoPrivate Antonio Diaz
- Thuy Thu LeOanh
- Erik KingBrown
- Jack GwaltneyRowan
- Ving RhamesLt. Reilly
- Wendell PierceMacIntire
- Sam RobardsChaplain Kirk
- Dan MartinSgt. Hawthorne
Details
- Released
- 18 August 1989
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- David Rabe
- Budget
- $23M
- Box office
- $19M
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What Casualties of War is based on
Casualties of War is based on a true story.
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Casualties of War: quick answers
Is Casualties of War worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 1,068 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Casualties of War?
Casualties of War runs 113 minutes (1h 53m).
Does Casualties of War have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Casualties of War. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Casualties of War parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Casualties of War is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Casualties of War on?
Casualties of War is streaming on Sony Pictures in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Casualties of War?
If you liked Casualties of War, try Walking with the Enemy, Sometimes in April, Ike: Countdown to D-Day.
Who directed Casualties of War?
Casualties of War (1989) was directed by Brian De Palma and stars Michael J. Fox, Sean Penn, Don Harvey.
What is Casualties of War based on?
Casualties of War is based on a true story.