The War on Democracy
2007, English. Directed by John Pilger & Sean Crotty & Chris Martin.
Never believe anything until it is officially denied
Set both in Latin America and the United States, the film explores the historic and current relationship of Washington with countries such as Venezuela, Bolivia and Chile. Pilger says that the film "...tells a universal story... analysing and revealing, through vivid testimony, the story of great power behind its venerable myths. It allows us to understand the true nature of the so-called "war on terror". According to Pilger, the film’s message is that the greed and power of empire is not invincible and that people power is always the "seed beneath the snow".
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Where to watch The War on Democracy
The War on Democracy is streaming on Philo, Fandor, and FlixFling in India.
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Cast & crew
- John PilgerDirector
- Sean CrottyDirector
- Chris MartinDirector
- John PilgerSelf
- Hugo ChávezSelf
- Philip AgeeSelf
- Jacobo ÁrbenzSelf - President of Guatemala (archive footage)
- Richard NixonSelf (archive footage)
- Henry KissingerSelf (archive footage)
- E. Howard HuntSelf (archive footage)
- Ari FleischerSelf (archive footage)
- Allen DullesSelf (archive footage)
- Fidel CastroSelf (archive footage)
- George W. BushSelf (archive footage)
- George H. W. BushSelf (archive footage)
Details
- Released
- 15 June 2007
- Country
- Australia, United Kingdom
- Written by
- John Pilger
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The War on Democracy: quick answers
Is The War on Democracy worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The War on Democracy?
The War on Democracy runs 96 minutes (1h 36m).
Does The War on Democracy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The War on Democracy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The War on Democracy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The War on Democracy is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The War on Democracy on?
The War on Democracy is streaming on Philo, Fandor, and FlixFling in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The War on Democracy?
If you liked The War on Democracy, try They Shall Not Grow Old, The Hornet's Nest, Father Soldier Son.
Who directed The War on Democracy?
The War on Democracy (2007) was directed by John Pilger and Sean Crotty and Chris Martin and stars John Pilger, Hugo Chávez, Philip Agee.