Writer-director Alex Garland's latest movie for A24 imagines a near-future America embroiled in a second Civil War. IGN's Civil War review called it "a heart-pounding war road-trip movie with a fascinating premise and a poignant story about the importance of journalism.
If you're wondering how and where you can watch Civil War this weekend, take a look at the info below.
Where to Watch Civil War – Showtimes and Streaming
Civil War is availalbe in theaters right now. To find when and where you can watch the movie near you, check the local showtime listings at the main theater sites below:
Civil War Streaming Release Date
Civil War will eventually be released on Max, rather than Netflix or Disney+, per distributor A24's licensing deal with the streamer.
As for a potential streaming release date, we can look to A24's recent Max releases: Zone of Interest, Dream Scenario, and Priscilla came to Max 112, 126, and 119 days after their respective theatrical debuts. Should A24 stay within that 112–126-day window, Civil War would come to Max in the first half of August.
What Is Civil War About?
Civil War is a road-trip war movie set in a near-future America engulfed in a second Civil War. Here's the official synopsis from A24:
An adrenaline-fueled thrill ride through a near-future fractured America balanced on the razor's edge.
Civil War Cast
Civil War was written and directed by Alex Garland. It stars the following actors:
- Kirsten Dunst as Lee
- Nick Offerman as President
- Wagner Moura as Joel
- Cailee Spaeny as Jessie
- Stephen McKinley Henderson as Sammy
Civil War Rating and Runtime
Civil War is Rated R for strong violent content, bloody/disturbing images, and language throughout. The film runs for a total of 1 hour and 49 minutes including credits.
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