Born on the Fourth of July
1991, English. Directed by Oliver Stone.
A true story of innocence lost and courage found.
Paralyzed in the Vietnam war, Ron Kovic becomes an anti-war and pro-human rights political activist after feeling betrayed by the country he fought for.
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Born on the Fourth of July is streaming on JioHotstar in India.
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Details
- Released
- 4 April 1991
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Oliver Stone, Ron Kovic
- Budget
- $14M
- Box office
- $161M
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What Born on the Fourth of July is based on
Born on the Fourth of July is based on Born on the Fourth of July, a 1976 memoir or autobiography by Ron Kovic.
Memoir or autobiography · 1976
Born on the Fourth of July
By Ron Kovic
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Born on the Fourth of July: quick answers
Is Born on the Fourth of July worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 1,987 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Born on the Fourth of July?
Born on the Fourth of July runs 145 minutes (2h 25m).
Does Born on the Fourth of July have a post-credits scene?
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Born on the Fourth of July parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Born on the Fourth of July is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Born on the Fourth of July on?
Born on the Fourth of July is streaming on JioHotstar in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like Born on the Fourth of July?
If you liked Born on the Fourth of July, try Casualties of War, The Deer Hunter, Missing in Action 2: The Beginning.
Who directed Born on the Fourth of July?
Born on the Fourth of July (1991) was directed by Oliver Stone and stars Tom Cruise, Raymond J. Barry, Caroline Kava.
What is Born on the Fourth of July based on?
Born on the Fourth of July is based on Born on the Fourth of July, a 1976 memoir or autobiography by Ron Kovic.