Whiskey Tango Foxtrot
2016, English. Directed by Glenn Ficarra & John Requa.
From the headlines to the front lines.
Stuck in a rut, reporter Kim Baker decides to shake things up by leaving her desk job in New York and taking a dangerous assignment in Afghanistan. Far from home and completely out of her comfort zone, a culture-shocked Kim befriends an adventurous reporter Tanya Vanderpoel, a stern Colonel, and a charming photojournalist to help her navigate this crazy new world.
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 1,085 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Whiskey Tango Foxtrot
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Glenn FicarraDirector
- John RequaDirector
- Tina FeyKim Barker
- Margot RobbieTanya Vanderpoel
- Billy Bob ThorntonGeneral Hollanek
- Martin FreemanIain MacKelpie
- Josh CharlesChris
- Alfred MolinaAli Massoud Sadiq
- Christopher AbbottFahim Ahmadzai
- Nicholas BraunTall Brian
- Cherry JonesGeri Taub
- Sheila VandShakira
- Evan JonigkeitCoughlin
- Ava Del CieloElena
Details
- Released
- 4 March 2016
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Carlock
- Budget
- $35M
- Box office
- $48M
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What Whiskey Tango Foxtrot is based on
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot is based on The Taliban Shuffle, a 2011 novel, published by Doubleday.
Novel · 2011
The Taliban Shuffle
Published by Doubleday
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Whiskey Tango Foxtrot: quick answers
Is Whiskey Tango Foxtrot worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 1,085 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Whiskey Tango Foxtrot?
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Does Whiskey Tango Foxtrot have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Whiskey Tango Foxtrot. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Whiskey Tango Foxtrot on?
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Whiskey Tango Foxtrot?
If you liked Whiskey Tango Foxtrot, try The Greatest Beer Run Ever, The Outpost, Lone Survivor.
Who directed Whiskey Tango Foxtrot?
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot (2016) was directed by Glenn Ficarra and John Requa and stars Tina Fey, Margot Robbie, Billy Bob Thornton.
What is Whiskey Tango Foxtrot based on?
Whiskey Tango Foxtrot is based on The Taliban Shuffle, a 2011 novel, published by Doubleday.