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Path to War

6.720032h 45mMovieDramaHistoryTV Movie

A powerful drama of soaring ambition and shattered dreams that takes a provocative insider's look at the way the USA goes to war—as seen from inside the LBJ White House leading up to and during the Vietnam War.

DirectorJohn Frankenheimer
WriterDaniel Giat
ProducersCary Brokaw·Howard Dratch

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Cast · Directed by John Frankenheimer

Michael Gambon
Michael Gambon
Lyndon Johnson
Donald Sutherland
Donald Sutherland
Clark Clifford
Alec Baldwin
Alec Baldwin
Robert McNamara
Bruce McGill
Bruce McGill
George Ball
James Frain
James Frain
Richard Goodwin
Felicity Huffman
Felicity Huffman
Lady Bird Johnson
Philip Baker Hall
Philip Baker Hall
Everett Dirksen
Frederic Forrest
Frederic Forrest
Earle G. Wheeler
Diana Scarwid
Diana Scarwid
Marny Clifford
Sarah Paulson
Sarah Paulson
Luci Baines Johnson
Chris Eigeman
Chris Eigeman
Bill Moyers
Tom Skerritt
Tom Skerritt
William Westmoreland

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Path to War — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Path to War?

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

Is Path to War on Netflix?

No, Path to War is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on HBO Max and YouTube TV.

Is Path to War on Amazon Prime Video?

Path to 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 Path to War for free?

Path to War is available on HBO Max and YouTube TV in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.