Apocalypse Now Movie (1979): Where to watch and stream online

Apocalypse Now

1979, Movie, 2h 27min

At the height of the Vietnam war, Captain Benjamin Willard is sent on a dangerous mission that, officially, "does not exist, nor will it ever exist." His goal is to locate - and eliminate - a mysterious Green Beret Colonel named Walter Kurtz, who has been leading his personal army on illegal guerrilla missions into enemy territory.

Based on a book by Joseph Conrad

Country: United States

Director:

Francis Ford Coppola

Cast:

Francis Ford Coppola,

Martin Sheen,

Dennis Hopper,

Laurence Fishburne

Reviews

Christian Moeller

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Amazing. Favorite movie of all time.

3 years ago

Critic Glenn Kenny

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...the movie still dazzles, and contains some genuine nuggets of philosophical provocation.

Read full review at Roger Ebert

Critic Peter Bradshaw

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...is triumphant in restating the inhumanity of empire.

Read full review at The Guardian

Jenny

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overvuderet. Sorrry not sorry

2 years ago

Thomas Roger

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The world was never the same after this sweating, humid, dark journey into the heart of darkness. Duvall, Sheen, Hopper and, of course, Brando all go beyond under the all-or-nothing guidance of Ford Coppola at his peak. Groundbreaking.

2 years ago

Critic Lorry Kikta

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The final cut is the Goldilocks of 'Apocalypse Now', what Coppola and company think to be the film in its true final form.

Read full review at Film Threat

Frequently asked questions

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In the heart of the Vietnam War, tensions rise as Captain Benjamin Willard embarks on a secretive and perilous mission. He is tasked with navigating treacherous waters to locate an enigmatic Green Beret Colonel named Kurtz, who has diverged into madness while commanding his own private army deep in the jungle. As Willard journeys upriver, he confronts the chaos of war and his own sanity, unveiling disturbing truths about humanity amid the brutality of combat. The visuals are hauntingly beautiful, reflecting both the allure and terror of war's impact on nature and individuals alike. With themes of morality, power, and insanity interwoven throughout his quest, Willard’s journey becomes not only one through treacherous terrain but also a profound exploration into the depths of human darkness. Prepare for an unforgettable cinematic experience that delves deep into the psyche shaped by conflict.

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You can stream Apocalypse Now on: Amazon Store

What movies are similar to Apocalypse Now? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Apocalypse Now include Uncommon Valor, A Soldier's Story, Fort Saganne, Barry Lyndon, Midway, Hanover Street.