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The Devil's Brigade

1968·Movie
2h 10min·NR
IMDb6.7Rotten Tomatoes57%68%

Where to watch

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The Devil's Brigade fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7
  • Spectacle7

Heart

Nostalgic

  • Nostalgia7
  • Hopefulness6
  • Catharsis6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Physical Comedy2
  • Dark Humor2

World

History and war

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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You want something to laugh at

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About

What they did to each other was nothing compared to what they did to the enemy!

At the onset of World War II, American Lt. Col. Robert Frederick is put in charge of a unit called the 1st Special Service Force, composed of elite Canadian commandos and undisciplined American soldiers. With Maj. Alan Crown leading the Canadians and Maj. Cliff Bricker the acting head of the American contingent, there is initial tension -- but the team comes together when given a daunting mission that few would dare to attempt.
WWII DramaMilitary ActionTeam BuildingElite UnitAmerican-Canadian CooperationHistorical SettingCourage and SacrificeIntense TrainingDaunting Mission

Crew

Directed by:
Andrew V. McLaglen, Newt Arnold, Dennis Donnelly
Written by:
William Roberts, George Walton, Robert H. Adleman
Produced by:
David L. Wolper, Theodore Strauss, Marvin Paige
Composed by:
Alex North, Al Overton Sr., Clem Portman

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Devil's Brigade

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Devil's Brigade legally?

fuboTVMGM+PhiloScreenPixScreenPix Amazon Channel Tubi TV

The Devil's Brigade is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Devil's Brigade worth watching?

61
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 62/100 (IMDb 6.7 and Rotten Tomatoes 57%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Devil's Brigade rated?

NRViolence

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

How long is The Devil's Brigade?

2 h 10 min

The Devil's Brigade runs 2 h 10 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Devil's Brigade?

Critics57
Audiences68

Not quite. Audiences rate The Devil's Brigade higher (68) than critics (57). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Devil's Brigade in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Devil's Brigade?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Devil's Brigade in 69 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Devil's Brigade use?

Jerkass Has a PointBig EntranceMajorly AwesomeNot So Above It AllActually Pretty FunnyAnyone Can DieChekhov's SkillAction Film, Quiet Drama SceneDisproportionate RestitutionArtistic License – MilitaryNaked People Are FunnyMilitary Maverickand 23 more

TV Tropes lists 35 storytelling tropes for The Devil's Brigade, including Jerkass Has a Point, Big Entrance, Majorly Awesome.