Special Ops (2010): cast, story & where to watch

2010 · Film · ★ 2.8

Special Ops poster

Released in 2010, Special Ops is an action and thriller film directed by Tom Shell, running about 98 minutes. “Hunted by terrorists and betrayed by the country he defends. A story about a true American patriot.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. When an American soldier’s Black Ops Unit is ambushed during a raid to rescue a nano-nuclear device that has fallen into the wrong hands, he must run for his life to not only track down the missing device, but also clear his name when he is accused of aiding the terrorists.

Who’s in it. Special Ops stars A.J. Draven as Capt. Kyle Fierson, Steven Bauer as Caine, Finola Hughes as Lilian and Rez Cortez as Daco.

How it landed. With an audience score of 2.8/10, Special Ops has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Special Ops page.

If you liked it. Fans of Special Ops tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Special Ops (2010)?
In US, Special Ops is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Special Ops worth watching?
Special Ops holds an audience score of 2.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Special Ops?
Special Ops stars A.J. Draven, Steven Bauer, Finola Hughes and Rez Cortez.
When was Special Ops released?
Special Ops was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.