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Charlie Wilson's War

6.520071h 42mRMovieComedyDramaHistory

A Texas congressman sets a series of events in motion when he conspires with a CIA operative to aid Afghan mujahideen rebels fighting the Soviets.

DirectorMike Nichols
WriterAaron Sorkin
ProducersTom Hanks·Gary Goetzman

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Cast · Directed by Mike Nichols

THTom Hanks
Tom Hanks
Charlie Wilson
JRJulia Roberts
Julia Roberts
Joanne Herring
PHPhilip Seymour Hoffman
Philip Seymour Hoffman
Gust Avrakotos
AAAmy Adams
Amy Adams
Bonnie Bach
EBEmily Blunt
Emily Blunt
Jane Liddle
OPOm Puri
Om Puri
President Zia
SAShiri Appleby
Shiri Appleby
Jailbait - Charlie's Angels
RNRachel Nichols
Rachel Nichols
Suzanne - Charlie's Angels
WEWynn Everett
Wynn Everett
Receptionist - Charlie's Angel
JTJud Tylor
Jud Tylor
Crystal Lee
JSJohn Slattery
John Slattery
Cravely
EAErick Avari
Erick Avari
Avi Perlman

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Charlie Wilson's War — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Charlie Wilson's War?

Charlie Wilson's War is streaming on YouTube Free in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Charlie Wilson's War on Netflix?

No, Charlie Wilson's War is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on YouTube Free.

Is Charlie Wilson's War on Amazon Prime Video?

Charlie Wilson's War 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 Charlie Wilson's War for free?

Charlie Wilson's War is available to stream free (with ads) on YouTube Free in United States.

Is Charlie Wilson's War based on a true story?

Yes — Charlie Wilson's War is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).