The Dogs of War

The Dogs of War

1980 · 118 min · EN · R · 5.8 (186 votes)
Dir. John Irvin · Starring Christopher Walken, Tom Berenger, Colin Blakely, Hugh Millais, Paul Freeman, Jean-François Stévenin · Music Geoffrey Burgon

“Cry 'Havoc!' and let slip...”

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Mercenary soldiers Jamie and Drew are hired by a large corporation to liberate Zangaro, a small African nation, from an despot. Havoc ensues.

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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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