A War movie poster

A War

"Duty goes beyond the battlefield."

September 10, 2015 1h 55m 6.6/10 (230 votes)

Originally released in 2015. A War is a drama/war film. directed by Tobias Lindholm.

Starring Pilou Asbæk, Tuva Novotny, and Søren Malling

Synopsis

Company commander Claus Michael Pedersen and his men are stationed in Helmand, Afghanistan. Meanwhile back in Denmark, with a husband at war and three children missing their father, everyday life is a struggle for Claus' wife Maria. During a routine mission, the soldiers are caught in heavy Taliban crossfire. In order to save his men, Claus makes a decision that ultimately sees him return to Denmark accused of a war crime.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 10, 2015 10 years ago
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Runtime 1h 55m 115 minutes total
User Rating 6.6/10 Good (230 votes)
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Box Office $1.1M Worldwide gross
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Language DA Original language
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Country Denmark + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DA
Revenue
$1,113,277

Production Companies

  • AZ Celtic Films
  • Nordisk Film Denmark
  • StudioCanal
  • DR

Frequently Asked Questions

What is A War about?

Company commander Claus Michael Pedersen and his men are stationed in Helmand, Afghanistan. Meanwhile back in Denmark, with a husband at war and three children missing their father, everyday life i...

Who directed A War?

A War was directed by Tobias Lindholm.

How long is A War?

A War has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).

When was A War released?

A War was released on September 10, 2015 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in A War?

The main cast of A War includes Pilou Asbæk, Tuva Novotny, Søren Malling, Charlotte Munck, Dar Salim.

Is A War worth watching?

A War has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 230 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.