Beast of War
“Survival is the only victory.”
Synopsis
When their boat sinks while crossing the Timor Sea during World War II, a troop of young Australian soldiers must find a way to survive the harsh seas on a quickly shrinking raft. Hundreds of miles from anywhere, they must confront interpersonal conflicts, enemy attacks, and the advances of one very large, very hungry great white shark.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-08-21
Top Cast
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Mark Coles Smith
Leo
Joel Nankervis
Will
Sam Delich
Des Kelly
Maximillian Johnson
Stan
Lee Tiger Halley
Teddy
Sam Parsonson
Thompson
Tristan McKinnon
Bobby
Aswan Reid
Archie
Masa Yamaguchi
Commander Tetsuo Harada
Lauren Grimson
Hazel
Laura Brogan Browne
Susan
Steve Le Marquand
Sergeant
Jay Gallagher
Corporal #1
John Sparke
Corporal #2
Matthew Scully
Lone Soldier
Denny Bernard
Soldier
Harry Capner
Australian Soldier
Tom Corr
Soldier
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 0 DaysMelbourne International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 10, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 10, 2025
VOD & Digital Platforms
November 21, 2025
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$337K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kiah Roache-Turner
- Screenplay & Story
- Kiah Roache-Turner
- Original Title
- Beast of War
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Worldwide Gross
- $337K
- Production Studios
- Bronte Pictures, Pictures in Paradise
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kiah Roache-Turner
Kiah Roache-Turner
Mark Wareham
Kiah Roache-Turner, Regg Skwarko
Blake Northfield, Chris Brown
Department Leadership Roster
Kiah Roache-Turner
Writer
Blake Northfield
Producer
Chris Brown
Producer
Kiah Roache-Turner
Director
Esther Rosenberg
Production Design
Kiah Roache-Turner
Editor
Regg Skwarko
Editor
Mark Wareham
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beast of War
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What is Beast of War about?
When their boat sinks while crossing the Timor Sea during World War II, a troop of young Australian soldiers must find a way to survive the harsh seas on a quickly shrinking raft. Hundreds of miles from anywhere, they must confront interpersonal conflicts, enemy attacks, and the advances of one very large, very hungry great white shark.
Who directed Beast of War?
Beast of War was directed by Kiah Roache-Turner.
Who stars in Beast of War?
The principal cast of Beast of War includes Mark Coles Smith, Joel Nankervis, Sam Delich, Maximillian Johnson, Lee Tiger Halley.
When was Beast of War released and how long is it?
Beast of War was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
How much did Beast of War make at the box office?
Beast of War grossed $337K in worldwide ticket sales.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Beast of War?
Beast of War holds official age classifications: AU: MA 15+; DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).