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The Dirty Dozen

1967·Movie
2h 29min·NR
IMDb7.7Metacritic737.5Rotten Tomatoes82%90%

Where to watch

TCM

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Your score

The Dirty Dozen fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Brutally violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Tension7

Heart

Cathartic

  • Catharsis7
  • Nostalgia6
  • Pathos5

Humor

Some dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Physical Comedy2

World

War and history

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Standout direction and performances

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibePublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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Graphic violence bothers you

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About

Train them! Excite them! Arm them!...Then turn them loose on the Nazis!

12 American military prisoners in World War II are ordered to infiltrate a well-guarded enemy château and kill the Nazi officers vacationing there. The soldiers, most of whom are facing death sentences for a variety of violent crimes, agree to the mission and the possible commuting of their sentences.
WWII ActionEnsemble CastMen-on-a-MissionGritty RealismAnti-Hero TeamClassic War FilmViolent ConflictCynical UndertonesHigh Tension

Crew

Directed by:
Robert Aldrich, Angela Allen, Bert Batt
Written by:
Nunnally Johnson, Lukas Heller, E.M. Nathanson
Produced by:
Kenneth Hyman, Raymond Anzarut, Julian Mackintosh
Composed by:
Frank De Vol, Aaron Rochin, Franklin Milton

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about The Dirty Dozen

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Where can I stream The Dirty Dozen legally?

TCM

The Dirty Dozen is included with a subscription to TCM in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Dirty Dozen worth watching?

78
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79/100 (IMDb 7.7, Rotten Tomatoes 82%, and Metacritic 73). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Dirty Dozen rated?

NRViolenceStrong language

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is The Dirty Dozen?

2 h 29 min

The Dirty Dozen runs 2 h 29 min.

Is The Dirty Dozen based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Dirty Dozen?

Critics78
Audiences81

Yes. Critics average 78 and audiences 81 out of 100, so both groups see The Dirty Dozen much the same way.

Was The Dirty Dozen a box office hit?

Budget$5 million
Box office$45 million

Yes, a big one. It cost about $5 million to make and earned $45 million worldwide, 8.4 times its budget.

What language is The Dirty Dozen in?

EnglishLatinGermanFrenchSpanish

It was made in English, with some Latin, German, French, Spanish. Produced in United Kingdom, United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Dirty Dozen?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Dirty Dozen in 70 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Dirty Dozen use?

Southern-Fried PrivateBerserk ButtonHolier Than ThouSo Much for StealthCharacters Dropping Like FliesSociopathic HeroStraw MisogynistThe PardonTeam TitleCombat PragmatistThe Radio Dies FirstOld Soldierand 113 more

TV Tropes lists 125 storytelling tropes for The Dirty Dozen, including Southern-Fried Private, Berserk Button, Holier Than Thou.