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Elite Squad

8.120071h 55mRMovieDramaActionCrime

In 1997, before the visit of the pope to Rio de Janeiro, Captain Nascimento from BOPE (Special Police Operations Battalion) is assigned to eliminate the risks of the drug dealers in a dangerous slum nearby where the pope intends to be lodged.

DirectorJosé Padilha
WritersBráulio Mantovani·José Padilha
ProducersJosé Padilha·Marcos Prado

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Cast · Directed by José Padilha

Wagner Moura
Wagner Moura
Capitão Nascimento
André Ramiro
André Ramiro
André Matias
Caio Junqueira
Caio Junqueira
Neto
Milhem Cortaz
Milhem Cortaz
Capitão Fabio
Fernanda Machado
Fernanda Machado
Maria
Maria Ribeiro
Maria Ribeiro
Rosane
Paulo Vilela
Paulo Vilela
Edu
Fernanda de Freitas
Fernanda de Freitas
Roberta
André Di Mauro
André Di Mauro
Pedro Rodrigues
Fábio Lago
Fábio Lago
Baiano
Erick Oliveira
Erick Oliveira
Marcinho
Patrick Santos
Patrick Santos
Tinho

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Elite Squad — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Elite Squad?

Elite Squad is streaming on BFI Player in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Elite Squad on Netflix?

No, Elite Squad is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on BFI Player.

Is Elite Squad on Amazon Prime Video?

Elite Squad 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 Elite Squad for free?

Elite Squad is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex and Tubi TV in United States.

Is there a sequel to Elite Squad?

Yes — Elite Squad is followed by Elite Squad: The Enemy Within (2010) in the Elite Squad Collection.

Is there a prequel to Elite Squad?

Elite Squad is the first film in the Elite Squad Collection.

Is Elite Squad part of a trilogy?

No — Elite Squad is part of the Elite Squad Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the Elite Squad Collection?

There are 2 films in the Elite Squad Collection: Elite Squad (2007) and Elite Squad: The Enemy Within (2010).