Restrepo (2010): cast, story & where to watch

2010 · Film · ★ 7.4

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Released in 2010, Restrepo is a war and documentary film directed by Sebastian Junger, running about 93 minutes. “One platoon, one valley, one year” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Directors Hetherington and Junger spend a year with the 2nd Battalion of the United States Army located in one of Afghanistan's most dangerous valleys. The documentary provides insight and empathy on how to win the battle through hard work, deadly gunfights and mutual friendships while the unit must push back the Taliban.

Who’s in it. Restrepo stars Juan "Doc" Restrepo as Himself, Dan Kearney as Himself, LaMonta Caldwell as Himself and Aron Hijar as Himself.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Restrepo has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $1.4M at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Restrepo page.

If you liked it. Fans of Restrepo tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Restrepo (2010)?
In US, Restrepo is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Restrepo worth watching?
Restrepo holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Restrepo?
Restrepo stars Juan "Doc" Restrepo, Dan Kearney, LaMonta Caldwell and Aron Hijar.
When was Restrepo released?
Restrepo was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.