

War of the Buttons
1994, English. Directed by John Roberts.
Most wars last years. This one has to be over by dinner.
War between two Irish youth gangs consists of removing and retrieving buttons from each other's clothing.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Worth the Hype
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7.0/10 from 127 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch War of the Buttons
War of the Buttons isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
Availability in India as of 12 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.
Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 5 August 1994
- Country
- France, Japan, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Colin Welland
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What War of the Buttons is based on
War of the Buttons is adapted from a novel.
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War of the Buttons: quick answers
Is War of the Buttons worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 127 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is War of the Buttons?
War of the Buttons runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does War of the Buttons have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for War of the Buttons. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
War of the Buttons parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
War of the Buttons is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is War of the Buttons on?
War of the Buttons isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like War of the Buttons?
If you liked War of the Buttons, try Bookworm, Hey Arnold! The Movie, Shorts.
Who directed War of the Buttons?
War of the Buttons (1994) was directed by John Roberts and stars Liam Cunningham, Colm Meaney, Ger Ryan.
What is War of the Buttons based on?
War of the Buttons is adapted from a novel.