Hearts and Minds
1974, English. Directed by Peter Davis.
The Forever War. Goes On
Many times during his presidency, Lyndon B. Johnson said that ultimate victory in the Vietnam War depended upon the U.S. military winning the "hearts and minds" of the Vietnamese people. Filmmaker Peter Davis uses Johnson's phrase in an ironic context in this anti-war documentary, filmed and released while the Vietnam War was still under way, juxtaposing interviews with military figures like U.S. Army Chief of Staff William C. Westmoreland with shocking scenes of violence and brutality.
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Hearts and Minds is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in India.
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Cast & crew
- Peter DavisDirector
- Clark CliffordSelf - Aide to President Truman 1946-50
- John Foster DullesSelf (archive footage)
- Georges BidaultSelf - French Foreign Minister in 1954
- Harry S. TrumanSelf (archive footage)
- Dwight D. EisenhowerSelf (archive footage)
- John F. KennedySelf (archive footage)
- Richard NixonSelf (archive footage)
- Lyndon B. JohnsonSelf (archive footage)
- George CokerSelf - Prisoner of War 1966-73
- Walt RostowSelf - Aide to Presidents Kennedy, Johnson
- J. William FulbrightSelf - Senator
- Randy FloydSelf - Former Navy Captain
Details
- Released
- 20 December 1974
- Country
- United States of America
- Box office
- $30K
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Hearts and Minds: quick answers
Is Hearts and Minds worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.6/10 from 97 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Hearts and Minds?
Hearts and Minds runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Does Hearts and Minds have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Hearts and Minds. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Hearts and Minds parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Hearts and Minds is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Hearts and Minds on?
Hearts and Minds is streaming on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Hearts and Minds?
If you liked Hearts and Minds, try Korengal, 20 Days in Mariupol, NAZA.
Who directed Hearts and Minds?
Hearts and Minds (1974) was directed by Peter Davis and stars Clark Clifford, John Foster Dulles, Georges Bidault.