Deathwatch
2002, English. Directed by MJ Bassett.
Deliver them from evil.
In the brutal trench fighting of the First World War, a British Infantry Company is separated from their regiment after a fierce battle. Attempting to return to their lines, the British soldiers discover what appears to be a bombed out German trench, abandoned except for a few dazed German soldiers. After killing most of the Germans, and taking one prisoner, the British company fortifies to hold the trench until reinforcements can arrive. Soon, however, strange things being to happen as a sense of evil descends on the trench and the British begin turn on each other.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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5.8/10 from 240 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Deathwatch
Deathwatch isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- MJ BassettDirector
- Jamie BellPfc. Charlie Shakespeare
- Rúaidhrí ConroyPvt. Colin Chevasse
- Mike DowneyMartin Plummer
- Laurence FoxCapt. Bramwell Jennings
- Roman HorákGerman soldier
- Dean Lennox KellyPvt. Willie McNess
- Torben LiebrechtFriedrich
- Kris MarshallPvt. Barry Starinski
- Hans MathesonPvt. Jack Hawkstone
- Hugh O'ConorAnthony Bradford
- Matthew RhysCpl. Doc Fairweather
- Andy SerkisPvt. Thomas Quinn
Details
- Released
- 6 October 2002
- Country
- Germany, United Kingdom
- Written by
- MJ Bassett
- Box office
- $2.3M
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Deathwatch: quick answers
Is Deathwatch worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 240 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Deathwatch?
Deathwatch runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Deathwatch have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Deathwatch. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Deathwatch parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Deathwatch is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Deathwatch on?
Deathwatch isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like Deathwatch?
If you liked Deathwatch, try Bunker, Ghosts of War, Beast of War.
Who directed Deathwatch?
Deathwatch (2002) was directed by MJ Bassett and stars Jamie Bell, Rúaidhrí Conroy, Mike Downey.