Kandahar

2023·Movie
1h 59min·R
64
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb6.1Metacritic895.3Rotten Tomatoes45%67%

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Kandahar fingerprint

Relentless energy, striking style, emotionally cool.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and breakneck

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline9
  • Fast Pace9
  • Tension8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Melancholy6
  • Pathos5
  • Catharsis3

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Dark Humor1
  • Situational Comedy0

World

War, politics, and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and sound design

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Sound Centrality8

Who it's for

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About

The only thing more dangerous than the mission is the escape.

After his mission is exposed, an undercover CIA operative stuck deep in hostile territory in Afghanistan must fight his way out, alongside his Afghan translator, to an extraction point in Kandahar, all whilst avoiding elite enemy forces and foreign spies tasked with hunting them down.
Gritty Action ThrillerUndercover OperativeWar-Torn RegionHigh-Stakes SurvivalIntense ChasePolitical IntrigueBleak ToneRealistic Portrayal of ConflictEscape Mission

Crew

Directed by:
Ric Roman Waugh, Ali Cherkaoui, Jennifer Josephson
Written by:
Mitchell LaFortune
Produced by:
Gerard Butler, Basil Iwanyk, Erica Lee
Composed by:
David Buckley, Andrew Neil, Jason Swanscott

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Kandahar

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Kandahar legally?

HuluPrimeThe RokuKanopyVIX PlexFawesomeShout! Factory

Kandahar is included with a subscription to Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, VIX , and Plex. 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 Kandahar worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.1, Rotten Tomatoes 45%, and Metacritic 89). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Kandahar rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Kandahar?

1 h 59 min

Kandahar runs 1 h 59 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Kandahar?

Critics67
Audiences60

Yes. Critics average 67 and audiences 60 out of 100, so both groups see Kandahar much the same way.

Was Kandahar a box office hit?

Budget$30 million
Box office$9 million

No. It cost about $30 million to make and earned $9 million worldwide, 31% of its budget.

What language is Kandahar in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, Saudi Arabia.

In how many countries can I watch Kandahar?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Kandahar in 95 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Kandahar use?

Badass DriverProduct PlacementBig Damn HeroesScenery PornHope SpotCar FuDespair Event Horizon

TV Tropes lists 7 storytelling tropes for Kandahar, including Badass Driver, Product Placement, Big Damn Heroes.

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