Charlie Wilson's War
2007, English. Directed by Mike Nichols.
A stiff drink. A little mascara. A lot of nerve. Who said they couldn't bring down the Soviet empire.
A Texas congressman sets a series of events in motion when he conspires with a CIA operative to aid Afghan mujahideen rebels fighting the Soviets.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 1,746 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Charlie Wilson's War
Charlie Wilson's War is streaming on Netflix and JioHotstar in India.
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Cast & crew
- Mike NicholsDirector
- Tom HanksCharlie Wilson
- Julia RobertsJoanne Herring
- Philip Seymour HoffmanGust Avrakotos
- Amy AdamsBonnie Bach
- Emily BluntJane Liddle
- Om PuriPresident Zia
- Shiri ApplebyJailbait - Charlie's Angels
- Rachel NicholsSuzanne - Charlie's Angels
- Wynn EverettReceptionist - Charlie's Angel
- Jud TylorCrystal Lee
- John SlatteryCravely
- Erick AvariAvi Perlman
Details
- Released
- 19 December 2007
- Country
- Germany, United States of America
- Written by
- Aaron Sorkin
- Budget
- $75M
- Box office
- $119M
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What Charlie Wilson's War is based on
Charlie Wilson's War is based on Charlie Wilson's War (2003) by George Crile III.
True story · 2003
Charlie Wilson's War
By George Crile III
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Charlie Wilson's War: quick answers
Is Charlie Wilson's War worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 1,746 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Charlie Wilson's War?
Charlie Wilson's War runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does Charlie Wilson's War have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Charlie Wilson's War. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Charlie Wilson's War parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Charlie Wilson's War is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Charlie Wilson's War on?
Charlie Wilson's War is streaming on Netflix and JioHotstar in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Charlie Wilson's War?
If you liked Charlie Wilson's War, try Game Change, Worth, Hooking Up.
Who directed Charlie Wilson's War?
Charlie Wilson's War (2007) was directed by Mike Nichols and stars Tom Hanks, Julia Roberts, Philip Seymour Hoffman.
What is Charlie Wilson's War based on?
Charlie Wilson's War is based on Charlie Wilson's War (2003) by George Crile III.