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Platoon
MOVIHERO READ
Fast-moving action built for momentum. Best if a soldier’s view of the vietnam war.
77.5/100
TMDB RATINGWHAT IT'S ABOUT
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.
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77.5/100
TMDB RATINGYOUR WATCHLISTAs 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.
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RELEASE SNAPSHOT
Release snapshot for Platoon.
MoviHero lists December 19, 1986 as the release date for Platoon. Oliver Stone is the listed director. The listed cast includes Charlie Sheen as Chris Taylor, Willem Dafoe as Sergeant Elias Grodin, Tom Berenger as Sergeant Robert "Bob" Barnes, Kevin Dillon as Bunny. A trailer and 5 stills are available on this page.
Release dateDecember 19, 1986
GenresDrama · Action · War
Runtime2h
DirectorOliver Stone
CastCharlie Sheen as Chris Taylor, Willem Dafoe as Sergeant Elias Grodin, Tom Berenger as Sergeant Robert "Bob" Barnes, Kevin Dillon as Bunny
TrailerAvailable on this page
Images5 stills
BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY
Is Platoon right for tonight?
Pacing, attention and emotional impact are estimates from the current MoviHero Watch Profile, not verified scene-by-scene reviews.
How much time should I set aside?
Platoon runs 2h. Allow extra time for breaks.
Is it slow or fast?
The current MoviHero pacing estimate is 8/10: a faster-moving watch.
Is it a good choice when I am tired?
The attention estimate is 5/10. Expect to follow the story rather than use it as background viewing.
How emotionally intense is it?
The emotional-impact estimate is 6/10, suggesting a moderate emotional load. This does not tell you whether the ending is happy or sad.
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RATING & SOURCE
TMDB audience rating
TMDB: 77.5/100 (7.747/10) from 5,332 votes. Updated Oct 13, 2026.
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MOVIHERO EDITORIAL
Should you watch Platoon?
A young American soldier arrives in Vietnam and finds conflict within his own unit as well as beyond it. Platoon is a harsh combat drama about fear, leadership, and the choices made under pressure.
WHY THIS MIGHT BE FOR YOU
01A young American soldier arrives in Vietnam and finds conflict within his own unit as well as beyond it
02a soldier’s view of the Vietnam War
03a war drama with divided loyalties inside the unit
QUICK DECISION GUIDE
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A fast read on the experience, then the reasons this movie may or may not fit your night.
01Pacing8/10
02Emotional Impact6/10
03Mind-Bending2/10
04Scary1/10
05Violence7/10
06Rewatchability6/10
PERFECT IF
01a soldier’s view of the Vietnam War
02a war drama with divided loyalties inside the unit
THINK TWICE IF
01you are avoiding graphic violence
02you want a reassuring account of military service
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WHAT WATCHING IT FEELS LIKE
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Pacing8/10
Emotional Impact6/10
Mind-Bending2/10
Scary1/10
Violence7/10
Rewatchability6/10
Attention Required5/10
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CAST & CREW
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PART OF A WATCH JOURNEY
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