The War
Synopsis
The son of a Vietnam War Veteran must deal with neighborhood bullies as well as his dad's post-traumatic stress disorder while growing up in the deep south in the 1970's.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
The War (1994) Official Trailer #1 - Kevin Costner Movie HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-02-12
Top Cast
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Elijah Wood
Stu Simmons
Kevin Costner
Stephen Simmons
Mare Winningham
Lois Simmons
Lexi Randall
Lidia Joanne Simmons
LaToya Chisholm
Elvadine
Christopher Fennell
Billy Lipnicki
Donald Sellers
Arliss Lipnicki
Leon Sills
Leo Lipnicki
Will West
Lester Lucket
Lucas Black
Ebb
Jennifer Tyler
Ula Lipnicki
Charlette Julius
Amber
Adam Henderson
Chet
Brennan Gallagher
Marsh
Justin Lucas
Willard
Judson Vaughn
Soldier
Christine Baranski
Miss Strapford
Raynor Scheine
Mr. Lipnicki
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 4, 1994
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$16
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jon Avnet
- Screenplay & Story
- Kathy McWorter
- Original Score
- Thomas Newman
- Original Title
- The War
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Worldwide Gross
- $16
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures, Island World, The Avnet/Kerner Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jon Avnet
Kathy McWorter
Thomas Newman
Geoffrey Simpson
Debra Neil-Fisher
Jon Avnet, Jordan Kerner, Todd R. Baker, Eric Eisner
Department Leadership Roster
Jon Avnet
Director
Jon Avnet
Producer
Jordan Kerner
Producer
Kathy McWorter
Writer
Debra Neil-Fisher
Editor
Geoffrey Simpson
Director of Photography
Molly Maginnis
Costume Design
Kristi Zea
Production Design
Jery Hewitt
Stunt Coordinator
Thomas Newman
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The War
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The War about?
The son of a Vietnam War Veteran must deal with neighborhood bullies as well as his dad's post-traumatic stress disorder while growing up in the deep south in the 1970's.
Who directed The War?
The War was directed by Jon Avnet.
Who stars in The War?
The principal cast of The War includes Elijah Wood, Kevin Costner, Mare Winningham, Lexi Randall, LaToya Chisholm.
When was The War released and how long is it?
The War was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 2h 6m.
How much did The War make at the box office?
The War grossed $16 in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The War?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The War was composed by Thomas Newman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The War?
The War holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).