Machine Gun Preacher (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 2011, Machine Gun Preacher is an action, thriller and crime film directed by Marc Forster, running about 129 minutes. “Hope is the greatest weapon of all” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The true story of Sam Childers, a former drug-dealing biker who finds God and became a crusader for hundreds of Sudanese children who've been kidnapped and pressed into duty as soldiers.
Who’s in it. Machine Gun Preacher stars Gerard Butler as Sam Childers, Michelle Monaghan as Lynn, Kathy Baker as Daisy and Richard Goteri as Gun Shop Owner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Machine Gun Preacher has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $2.5M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel, YouTube TV and Starz and rent or buy it from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Machine Gun Preacher page.
If you liked it. Fans of Machine Gun Preacher 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 Machine Gun Preacher (2011)?
- In US, Machine Gun Preacher is available to stream on Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel and YouTube TV, and rent or buy from JustWatch TV, Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Machine Gun Preacher worth watching?
- Machine Gun Preacher holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Machine Gun Preacher?
- Machine Gun Preacher stars Gerard Butler, Michelle Monaghan, Kathy Baker, Richard Goteri and Peter Carey.
- When was Machine Gun Preacher released?
- Machine Gun Preacher was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 129 minutes.