One Man’s War (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film · ★ 6.8

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Released in 1991, One Man’s War is a drama and tv movie film directed by Sérgio Toledo, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. Anthony Hopkins plays an English medical doctor living with his family in Paraguay and treating the poor people from the surroundings, who has his life turned upside down when his son was mysteriously murdered in what could have been an attack to him since he's opposed to the military dictatorship of the country. The doctor and his family will take lots of risk while trying to prove that the government was involved in the murder.

Who’s in it. One Man’s War stars Anthony Hopkins as Joel, Norma Aleandro as Nidia, Fernanda Torres as Dolly and Leonardo García Vale as Joelito, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, One Man’s War has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch One Man’s War page.

If you liked it. Fans of One Man’s War tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch One Man’s War (1991)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for One Man’s War change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is One Man’s War worth watching?
One Man’s War holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in One Man’s War?
One Man’s War stars Anthony Hopkins, Norma Aleandro, Fernanda Torres, Leonardo García Vale and Miah Michelle.
When was One Man’s War released?
One Man’s War was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.