The War Game (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film
Released in 2017, The War Game is a drama film directed by Goran Kapetanović, running about 80 minutes. “It started like a game” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When 11-year-old Malte moves with his mother to a new neighborhood, he quickly finds himself in a feud between two rivaling gangs. His cunning and skill helps him find a place in this new world. But his methods also serve to escalate the conflict, and it's not long until war is inevitable.
Who’s in it. The War Game stars Malin Levanon as Emma, Loke Hellberg as Malte, Meja Björkefall as Mira and Esmeralda Brandt Kinberg as Tina, among others.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Flix Premiere and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The War Game page.
If you liked it. Fans of The War Game tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The War Game (2017)?
- In US, The War Game is available to stream on Flix Premiere, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in The War Game?
- The War Game stars Malin Levanon, Loke Hellberg, Meja Björkefall, Esmeralda Brandt Kinberg and Hanna Tahiri.
- When was The War Game released?
- The War Game was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.