The Dogs of War

The Dogs of War

1980 · 118 min · EN · R · 5.7 (116 votes)
Dir. John Irvin · Starring Christopher Walken, Tom Berenger, Hugh Millais, Winston Ntshona, JoBeth Williams, Paul Freeman · Music Geoffrey Burgon

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Mercenary James Shannon, on a reconnaissance job to the African nation of Zangaro, is tortured and deported. He returns to lead a coup.

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A raw, unflinching look at the brutal realities of mercenary work in a politically volatile Africa. It’s a grim, action-packed descent into the heart of conflict, showcasing the harsh consequences of greed and power struggles.

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