---
title: "The Outpost"
year: 2020
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-outpost-2020"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 531876
imdb_id: "tt3833480"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 123
community_rating: 6.9
vote_count: 1189
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Outpost (2020) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-outpost-2020

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The film "The Outpost" is a depiction of a pivotal event in the Afghan War. A small unit of U.S. soldiers is stationed at a remote combat outpost in a valley surrounded by three mountains. The outpost is located in a remote area of Afghanistan. The U.S. soldiers stationed at the outpost face a coordinated attack from a large force of Taliban fighters. This battle, known as the Battle of Kamdesh, is the bloodiest American engagement of the Afghan War. The U.S. soldiers who defended the outpost, specifically Bravo Troop 3-61 CAV, receive significant recognition for their actions during the conflict. The events depicted in the film take place in 2009, during the Afghan War, which lasted for 19 years.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A lone U.S. outpost fights for survival against a massive Taliban onslaught."

### Why Watch
- Based on the real 2009 Battle of Kamdesh
- Shows intense combat and survival under fire

### Caveats & Content Note
- Graphic war violence may be unsettling
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains intense battle sequences and graphic violence, making it suitable for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: intense, gritty, war, drama

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | VIX | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | JustWatch TV, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Rod Lurie
- **Networks / Studios**: Millennium Media, York Films, Perfection Hunter Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Scott Eastwood** as *Staff Sergeant Clint Romesha*
- **Caleb Landry Jones** as *Specialist Ty Michael Carter*
- **Orlando Bloom** as *CPT. Benjamin D. Keating*
- **Ernest Cavazos** as *Sgt. Armando Avalos*
- **Taylor John Smith** as *Lt. Andrew Bundermann*
- **Cory Hardrict** as *Sergeant Vernon Martin*
- **Milo Gibson** as *CPT. Robert Yllescas*
- **Bobby Lockwood** as *Kevin Thomson*
- **Jacob Scipio** as *Staff Sgt. Justin T. Gallegos*
- **Jack Kesy** as *Sgt. Josh Kirk*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Is The Outpost based on a true story?
Yes, it dramatizes the 2009 Battle of Kamdesh involving Bravo Troop 3-61 CAV.

### Q: What conflict does the film portray?
It is set during the Afghan War.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 3 minutes.

### Q: When was the film released in the United States?
It was released on July 3, 2020 in the US.

### Q: What genres describe the film?
It is classified as war, drama, history, and action.

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*