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The Lost Battalion

2001·Movie
1h 32min
IMDb7.0Rotten Tomatoes–79%

Where to watch

Prime

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High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Brutally violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence9
  • Adrenaline8
  • Tension8

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Catharsis6

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Satire & Parody2

World

War, history, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensThought-Provoking

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About

Caught between two lines of fire, the Germans gave them two options: surrender or die. They chose a third.

Fact-based war drama about an American battalion of over 500 men which gets trapped behind enemy lines in the Argonne Forest in October 1918 France during the closing weeks of World War I.
World War IHistorical War DramaBased on True EventsAmerican HeroismCourage Under FireMilitary StrategyIntense Battle ScenesSurvival Story

Crew

Directed by:
Russell Mulcahy
Written by:
James Carabatsos
Produced by:
Tom Reeve, David Gerber, Avi Levy
Composed by:
Richard Marvin

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Lost Battalion

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Lost Battalion legally?

Prime

The Lost Battalion is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Lost Battalion worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72/100 (IMDb 7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Lost Battalion rated?

ViolenceStrong language

Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is The Lost Battalion?

1 h 32 min

The Lost Battalion runs 1 h 32 min.

Is The Lost Battalion based on a true story?

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

What language is The Lost Battalion in?

EnglishGerman

It was made in English, with some German. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Lost Battalion?

7DKFRITNOSMUSVA

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Lost Battalion in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Lost Battalion use?

Shell-Shocked VeteranBadass BookwormThe DeterminatorSouthern-Fried PrivateMy God, What Have I Done?Friend or Foe?Big "NO!"The Cavalry Arrives LateArtistic License – HistoryFriendly EnemyBittersweet EndingFriendly Sniperand 34 more

TV Tropes lists 46 storytelling tropes for The Lost Battalion, including Shell-Shocked Veteran, Badass Bookworm, The Determinator.