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The 8 Best R-Rated War Movies on Prime Video Right Now
Mar 1, 2025
War is fundamentally a mature subject, so it’s no surprise that some of the best war movies ever made are the ones targeted specifically toward adult audiences. Exploring the horrors of the battlefield and the long-term psychological cost of violence, these war movies may not be easy to watch, but they deliver a necessary warning about the dangers of warfare. Prime Video is home to a number of great movies in that category, including some of the most acclaimed and commercially successful films of all time. Read on to discover our selection of the very best R-rated war movies that you can stream on Prime Video right now, ranging from popular darlings to lesser-known hidden gems.
Disclaimer: These titles are available on US Prime Video.
‘American Sniper’ (2014)
Rotten Tomatoes: 72% | IMDb: 7.3/10
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American Sniper
Release Date
December 25, 2014
Runtime
132minutes
DirectorWriters
Jason Hall
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Based on the memoir of the same name, is a biographical drama directed and co-produced by Clint Eastwood and written and executive-produced by Jason Hall. The film stars Bradley Cooper as Chris Kyle, the deadliest sniper in U.S. military history, with 255 kills from four tours in the Iraq War. However, though he was celebrated for his “success," the psychological toll of his military service took a heavy toll on his personal life and well-being. The film also stars Sienna Miller, Luke Grimes, Jake McDorman, Cory Hardrict, Kevin Lacz, Navid Negahban, and Keir O'Donnell.
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