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Movie The Rerun: 1980s

Red Dawn

During a fictional World War III, a group of teenage guerrillas called the Wolverines fights a joint Soviet-Latin American invasion force in Colorado.

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Our take

During a fictional World War III, a group of teenage guerrillas called the Wolverines fights a joint Soviet-Latin American invasion force in Colorado.

Why watch Directed by John Milius and starring Patrick Swayze and Charlie Sheen, it was the first film released in the United States as PG-13.

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Where can I watch Red Dawn?
We do not have a confirmed streaming listing for Red Dawn in Canada, the US, the UK, Australia or New Zealand yet. This page updates as platforms add it.
What is Red Dawn about?
During a fictional World War III, a group of teenage guerrillas called the Wolverines fights a joint Soviet-Latin American invasion force in Colorado.
Who is in the cast of Red Dawn?
Red Dawn stars Patrick Swayze, Charlie Sheen, Lea Thompson, Jennifer Grey and Harry Dean Stanton.
Who directed Red Dawn?
Red Dawn was directed by John Milius.
When did Red Dawn come out?
Red Dawn was released on 10 August 1984.
How long is Red Dawn?
Red Dawn runs 112 minutes (1 h 52 min).

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