Platoon Leader
1988, English. Directed by Aaron Norris.
War is hell. This was worse...
West Point graduate lieutenant Jeff Knight meets cynicism when taking command of sergeant Michael McNamara's tour veterans platoon in a Vietnamese trench camp. Unlike his predecessor, who hid till the end of his tour, Jeff takes charge, experiences the manual doesn't allow coping with all realities and gets wounded. He returns, now fully respect by men and superiors. Besides the Vietcong, the platoon wrestles with the inscrutable villagers, which the G.I.'s officially protect, but also fear as some collaborate with them, other covertly with the Cong, either way subject to bloody reprisals.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Platoon Leader is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo in India.
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Cast & crew
- Aaron NorrisDirector
- Michael DudikoffLt. Jeff Knight
- Robert F. LyonsSgt. Michael McNamara
- Michael DeLorenzoRaymond Bacera
- Jesse DabsonJoshua Parker
- Rick FittsSgt. Robert Hayes
- Tony PierceJan Shultz
- Daniel DemorestDuffy
- Brian LibbySgt. Roach
- Michael RiderPvt. Don Pike
- William SmithMajor Flynn
- Al KarakiKemp
- Evan J. KlisserLarsen
Details
- Released
- 1 October 1988
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- David L. Walker, Rick Marx, Andrew Deutsch
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What Platoon Leader is based on
Platoon Leader is based on Platoon Leader (1985).
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Platoon Leader: quick answers
Is Platoon Leader worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.5/10 from 58 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Platoon Leader?
Platoon Leader runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does Platoon Leader have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Platoon Leader. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Platoon Leader parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Platoon Leader is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Platoon Leader on?
Platoon Leader is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Platoon Leader?
If you liked Platoon Leader, try Bat★21, Field of Lost Shoes, Platoon.
Who directed Platoon Leader?
Platoon Leader (1988) was directed by Aaron Norris and stars Michael Dudikoff, Robert F. Lyons, Michael DeLorenzo.
What is Platoon Leader based on?
Platoon Leader is based on Platoon Leader (1985).