---
title: "Platoon"
year: 1986
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/platoon-1986"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 792
imdb_id: "tt0091763"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 120
community_rating: 7.8
vote_count: 5172
content_rating: "R"
---

# Platoon (1986) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/platoon-1986

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film Platoon is a war drama that follows the story of a young and naive recruit in Vietnam. As a new recruit, the protagonist faces a challenging environment and is forced to confront the harsh realities of war. The film explores the duality of man and the moral crisis that arises when confronted with the horrors of war. The story takes place in Vietnam, where the protagonist struggles for survival against an elusive enemy and within their own platoon. The film is a classic representation of the Vietnam War, regarded as one of the best of its kind. It has received numerous accolades, including the Academy Award for best picture, and is widely regarded as a significant work in the war film genre.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A young recruit confronts the harsh realities and moral complexities of the Vietnam War."

### Why Watch
- compelling moral conflict
- realistic war portrayal

### Caveats & Content Note
- intense subject matter
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains intense themes and depictions of war.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: intense, gritty, dramatic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Stan, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Oliver Stone
- **Networks / Studios**: Hemdale Film Corporation, Arnold Kopelson Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Charlie Sheen** as *Chris Taylor*
- **Willem Dafoe** as *Sergeant Elias Grodin*
- **Tom Berenger** as *Sergeant Robert "Bob" Barnes*
- **Kevin Dillon** as *Bunny*
- **Forest Whitaker** as *Big Harold*
- **Mark Moses** as *Lieutenant Wolfe*
- **Keith David** as *King*
- **Richard Edson** as *Sal*
- **Francesco Quinn** as *Rhah*
- **John C. McGinley** as *Sergeant O'Neill*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the genre of Platoon?
The film is categorized as drama, war, and action.

### Q: When was Platoon released?
The film was released in the United States on December 19, 1986.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime of the film is two hours.

### Q: What is the film rated?
The film carries an R rating.

### Q: What is the central theme of the film?
The film focuses on a recruit facing a moral crisis and the duality of man during the Vietnam War.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Platoon — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/792)
- [Platoon (1986) - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091763)
- [Platoon (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Platoon_(film))
- [Watch Platoon | Netflix](https://www.netflix.com/title/860591)
- [Platoon | Plot, Cast, Awards, & Facts | Britannica](https://www.britannica.com/topic/Platoon-film-by-Stone)
- [Watch Platoon (1986) - Free Movies - Tubi](https://tubitv.com/movies/310145/platoon)

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