The Four Horsemen (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 4.5

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Released in 2008, The Four Horsemen is an action, drama and war film directed by Sidney J. Furie, running about 118 minutes. “Their toughest mission was coming home” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Four high school football stars enlist in the Marines and head off to fight in the war in Iraq. When one of them is killed and another wounded, they return home only to find is extremely difficult to pick up the threads of their old lives. The memories of events in Iraq combined with the lack of public support pushes many of these men to the breaking point.

Who’s in it. The Four Horsemen stars Mark O'Brien as Eric Rollins, Curtis Morgan as Terry, Natalie Roy as Cathy and Joanna Douglas as Angie, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Four Horsemen has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Four Horsemen page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Four Horsemen 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 The Four Horsemen (2008)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Four Horsemen change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Four Horsemen worth watching?
The Four Horsemen holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Four Horsemen?
The Four Horsemen stars Mark O'Brien, Curtis Morgan, Natalie Roy, Joanna Douglas and Zan Calabretta.
When was The Four Horsemen released?
The Four Horsemen was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.