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Red Dawn

6.319841h 54mPG-13MovieThrillerWarDrama

It is the dawn of World War III. In mid-western America, a group of teenagers band together to defend their town—and their country—from invading Soviet forces.

DirectorJohn Milius
WritersJohn Milius·Kevin Reynolds
ProducersBarry Beckerman·Buzz Feitshans

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Cast · Directed by John Milius

PSPatrick Swayze
Patrick Swayze
Jed
CSCharlie Sheen
Charlie Sheen
Matt
CHC. Thomas Howell
C. Thomas Howell
Robert
LTLea Thompson
Lea Thompson
Erica
DDDarren Dalton
Darren Dalton
Daryl
JGJennifer Grey
Jennifer Grey
Toni
PBPowers Boothe
Powers Boothe
Andy
BSBrad Savage
Brad Savage
Danny
BJBen Johnson
Ben Johnson
Mason
HSHarry Dean Stanton
Harry Dean Stanton
Mr. Eckert
WSWilliam Smith
William Smith
Strelnikov
RORon O'Neal
Ron O'Neal
Bella

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Red Dawn — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Red Dawn?

Red Dawn is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV and Amazon Prime Video Free in United States, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Red Dawn on Netflix?

No, Red Dawn is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and YouTube TV.

Is Red Dawn on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Red Dawn is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Red Dawn for free?

Red Dawn is available to stream free (with ads) on Amazon Prime Video Free and Amazon MX Player in United States.