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The War Room

6.819931h 36mPGMovieDocumentaryHistory

A behind-the-scenes documentary about the Clinton for President campaign, focusing on the adventures of spin doctors James Carville and George Stephanopoulos.

DirectorsChris Hegedus·D. A. Pennebaker
ProducersFrazer Pennebaker·R.J. Cutler

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Cast · Directed by Chris Hegedus

JCJames Carville
James Carville
Self
GSGeorge Stephanopoulos
George Stephanopoulos
Self
HB
Heather Beckel
Self
PBPaul Begala
Paul Begala
Self
BB
Bob Boorstin
Self
BCBill Clinton
Bill Clinton
Self
HCHillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton
Self
CCChelsea Clinton
Chelsea Clinton
Self
AGAl Gore
Al Gore
Self
MMMary Matalin
Mary Matalin
Self
JBJerry Brown
Jerry Brown
Self
PTPaul Tsongas
Paul Tsongas
Self

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The War Room — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The War Room?

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

Is The War Room on Netflix?

No, The War Room is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on HBO Max and Criterion Channel.

Is The War Room on Amazon Prime Video?

The War Room 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 The War Room for free?

The War Room is available on HBO Max and Criterion Channel in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.