Charlie Wilson's War (2007)
A witty congressman and a gritty CIA operative ignite a covert war with satirical and earnest consequences.
A Texas congressman sets a series of events in motion when he conspires with a CIA operative to aid Afghan mujahideen rebels fighting the Soviets.
How intense is Charlie Wilson's War?
Charlie Wilson's War has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and fine in the background. The humor runs dry and dark. Rated R.
What Charlie Wilson's War feels like
- Tone
- satiricalearnestgritty
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- dry and witty, dark and satirical
- Best for
- Full attentionBackground
- True story
- Yes, based on true events.
Where to stream Charlie Wilson's War
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Is Charlie Wilson's War for you?
Is Charlie Wilson's War scary?
No. Charlie Wilson's War is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Charlie Wilson's War gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Charlie Wilson's War sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is Charlie Wilson's War OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3.
How long is Charlie Wilson's War?
Charlie Wilson's War runs 1h 42m.
Where can I stream Charlie Wilson's War?
Charlie Wilson's War is streaming on YouTube (free).
Does Charlie Wilson's War have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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