W Is War (1983): cast, story & where to watch

1983 · Film · ★ 6.3

W Is War poster

Released in 1983, W Is War is an action and science fiction film directed by Willy Milan, running about 93 minutes. “The Weapons of Death, The Vehicles of Destruction, The Army of Terror… Together they spread their evil across the land! But then there was… W” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Filipino director Willy Milan's first entry into the Maxsploitation sub-sub-genre.

Who’s in it. W Is War stars Anthony Alonzo as W2, Joonee Gamboa, Paul Vance and Alicia Alonzo, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, W Is War has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch W Is War page.

If you liked it. Fans of W Is War tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch W Is War (1983)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for W Is War change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is W Is War worth watching?
W Is War holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in W Is War?
W Is War stars Anthony Alonzo, Joonee Gamboa, Paul Vance, Alicia Alonzo and Ann Marrie.
When was W Is War released?
W Is War was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.