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Whiskey Tango Foxtrot

2016·Movie
1h 52min·R

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High energy, strong craft.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension6

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy6
  • Romance5
  • Pathos5

Humor

Some satire and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor5

World

History, war, and politics

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Dialogue Quality7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

From the headlines to the front lines.

Stuck in a rut, reporter Kim Baker decides to shake things up by leaving her desk job in New York and taking a dangerous assignment in Afghanistan. Far from home and completely out of her comfort zone, a culture-shocked Kim befriends an adventurous reporter Tanya Vanderpoel, a stern Colonel, and a charming photojournalist to help her navigate this crazy new world.
War ComedyAfghanistanJournalismCulture ClashDark HumorSatiricalBased on True EventsFemale ProtagonistFinding Oneself

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Whiskey Tango Foxtrot

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Whiskey Tango Foxtrot legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, and Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Whiskey Tango Foxtrot worth watching?

61
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Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.6, Rotten Tomatoes 67%, and Metacritic 57). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Whiskey Tango Foxtrot rated?

RStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Whiskey Tango Foxtrot?

1 h 52 min

Whiskey Tango Foxtrot runs 1 h 52 min.

Is Whiskey Tango Foxtrot based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Whiskey Tango Foxtrot?

Critics62
Audiences61

Yes. Critics average 62 and audiences 61 out of 100, so both groups see Whiskey Tango Foxtrot much the same way.

Was Whiskey Tango Foxtrot a box office hit?

Budget$35 million
Box office$48 million

Roughly broke even. It cost about $35 million to make and earned $48 million worldwide, 1.4 times its budget.

What language is Whiskey Tango Foxtrot in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Whiskey Tango Foxtrot?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Whiskey Tango Foxtrot in 93 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Whiskey Tango Foxtrot use?

DramedyGuile HeroHighly Conspicuous UniformGoing for the Big ScoopAuthor AvatarSemper FiInnocently InsensitiveSexiness ScoreActor AllusionThe Lad-etteAdaptational Name ChangeDeus ex Machinaand 6 more

TV Tropes lists 18 storytelling tropes for Whiskey Tango Foxtrot, including Dramedy, Guile Hero, Highly Conspicuous Uniform.