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Platoon

7.719862h 15MovieDramaWarAction

As a young and naive recruit in Vietnam, Chris Taylor faces a moral crisis when confronted with the horrors of war and the duality of man.

DirectorOliver Stone

WriterOliver Stone

ProducersJohn Daly·Arnold Kopelson

Where to watch

MGM Plus Amazon Channel

Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Oliver Stone

Charlie Sheen

Chris Taylor

Willem Dafoe

Sergeant Elias Grodin

Tom Berenger

Sergeant Robert "Bob" Barnes

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Platoon — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Platoon?

Platoon is streaming on MGM Plus in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Platoon on Netflix?

No, Platoon is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of August 2026. It's currently on MGM Plus.

Is Platoon on Amazon Prime Video?

Platoon isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Platoon for free?

Platoon is available on MGM Plus in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Platoon based on a true story?

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