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Machine Gun Preacher

6.720112h 9mRMovieActionThrillerCrime

The true story of Sam Childers, a former drug-dealing biker who finds God and became a crusader for hundreds of Sudanese children who've been kidnapped and pressed into duty as soldiers.

DirectorMarc Forster
WriterJason Keller
ProducersCraig Chapman·Gerard Butler

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Cast · Directed by Marc Forster

GBGerard Butler
Gerard Butler
Sam Childers
MMMichelle Monaghan
Michelle Monaghan
Lynn
KBKathy Baker
Kathy Baker
Daisy
RG
Richard Goteri
Gun Shop Owner
PCPeter Carey
Peter Carey
Bill Wallace
BCBarbara Coven
Barbara Coven
Shannon Wallace
MSMichael Shannon
Michael Shannon
Donnie
RCRyann Campos
Ryann Campos
Paige #1
MCMadeline Carroll
Madeline Carroll
Paige #2
MCMandalynn Carlson
Mandalynn Carlson
Paige's Friend
SSSouléymane Sy Savané
Souléymane Sy Savané
Deng
AAAbena Ayivor
Abena Ayivor
Betty

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Machine Gun Preacher — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Machine Gun Preacher?

Machine Gun Preacher is streaming on Netflix, Paramount Plus Essential and Starz in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Is Machine Gun Preacher on Netflix?

Yes — Machine Gun Preacher is available on Netflix in United States as of November 2026.

Is Machine Gun Preacher on Amazon Prime Video?

Machine Gun Preacher isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Machine Gun Preacher for free?

Machine Gun Preacher is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Tubi TV in United States.

Is Machine Gun Preacher based on a true story?

Yes — Machine Gun Preacher is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).