The War Zone (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1999, The War Zone is a drama film directed by Tim Roth, running about 98 minutes. “When the worst of men hides in a family with no history.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An alienated teenager, saddened that he has moved away from London, must find a way to deal with a dark family secret.
Who’s in it. The War Zone stars Tilda Swinton as Mum, Lara Belmont as Jessie, Ray Winstone as Dad and Colin Farrell as Nick, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The War Zone has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The War Zone page.
If you liked it. Fans of The War Zone tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The War Zone (1999)?
- In US, The War Zone is available to stream on Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The War Zone worth watching?
- The War Zone holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The War Zone?
- The War Zone stars Tilda Swinton, Lara Belmont, Ray Winstone, Colin Farrell and Freddie Cunliffe.
- When was The War Zone released?
- The War Zone was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.