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Path to War

6.720032h 45mMovieDramaHistoryTV Movie

A powerful drama of soaring ambition and shattered dreams that takes a provocative insider's look at the way the USA goes to war—as seen from inside the LBJ White House leading up to and during the Vietnam War.

DirectorJohn Frankenheimer
WriterDaniel Giat
ProducersCary Brokaw·Guy Riedel

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by John Frankenheimer

MGMichael Gambon
Michael Gambon
Lyndon Johnson
DSDonald Sutherland
Donald Sutherland
Clark Clifford
ABAlec Baldwin
Alec Baldwin
Robert McNamara
BMBruce McGill
Bruce McGill
George Ball
JFJames Frain
James Frain
Richard Goodwin
FHFelicity Huffman
Felicity Huffman
Lady Bird Johnson
PHPhilip Baker Hall
Philip Baker Hall
Everett Dirksen
FFFrederic Forrest
Frederic Forrest
Earle G. Wheeler
DSDiana Scarwid
Diana Scarwid
Marny Clifford
SPSarah Paulson
Sarah Paulson
Luci Baines Johnson
CEChris Eigeman
Chris Eigeman
Bill Moyers
TSTom Skerritt
Tom Skerritt
William Westmoreland

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Path to War — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Path to War?

Path to War is streaming on Crave in Canada, and available to rent or buy on YouTube and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Path to War on Netflix?

No, Path to War is not on Netflix in Canada as of October 2026. It's currently on Crave.

Is Path to War on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Path to War isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now. It's on Crave instead.

Where can I watch Path to War for free?

Path to War is available on Crave in Canada, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.