The Pentagon Wars
1998, English. Directed by Richard Benjamin.
They aimed to build the ultimate fighting machine... they missed.
From the director of “Made In America” and “The Money Pit” comes a hilarious look at one of the most expensive blunders in military history. Over 17 years and almost as many billion dollars have gone into devising the BFV (Bradley Fighting Vehicle). There's only one problem. . . it doesn't work. (Spoiler alert: 25 years later ... it does work.)
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 89 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Pentagon Wars
The Pentagon Wars is streaming on JioHotstar in India.
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Cast & crew
- Richard BenjaminDirector
- Kelsey GrammerGeneral Partridge
- Cary ElwesColonel James Burton
- Viola DavisSgt. Fanning
- John C. McGinleyColonel J.D. Bock
- Tom WrightMajor William Sayers
- Clifton PowellSgt. Benjamn Dalton
- Dewey WeberSpec-4 Granger
- Richard SchiffColonel Smith
- J.C. MacKenzieJones
- Richard BenjaminCasper Weinberger
- Olympia DukakisMadam Chairwoman
- Christopher GroveCongressman #1
Details
- Released
- 28 February 1998
- Country
- United States of America
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What The Pentagon Wars is based on
The Pentagon Wars is based on a true story.
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The Pentagon Wars: quick answers
Is The Pentagon Wars worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 89 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Pentagon Wars?
The Pentagon Wars runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does The Pentagon Wars have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Pentagon Wars. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Pentagon Wars parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Pentagon Wars is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Pentagon Wars on?
The Pentagon Wars is streaming on JioHotstar in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Pentagon Wars?
If you liked The Pentagon Wars, try Mister Roberts, The Secret of Santa Vittoria, The Tuskegee Airmen.
Who directed The Pentagon Wars?
The Pentagon Wars (1998) was directed by Richard Benjamin and stars Kelsey Grammer, Cary Elwes, Viola Davis.
What is The Pentagon Wars based on?
The Pentagon Wars is based on a true story.