The Breitner Commando (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2019, The Breitner Commando is a drama and war film directed by Abdel Raouf Dafri, running about 109 minutes.
What it’s about. 1959, France. Colonel Breitner is given a secret mission : find the body of his former aide, Colonel Delignières, who is reported missing in French Algeria, before the French army burns the whole place to the ground. Breitner puts together a team of five outlaws, who are promised freedom if the mission succeeds.
Who’s in it. The Breitner Commando stars Johan Heldenbergh as Colonel Andreas Breitner, Linh-Dan Pham as Saoua Ly Lang, Lyna Khoudri as Assia Bent Aouda and Steve Tientcheu as Sergent chef Senghor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Breitner Commando 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 Breitner Commando page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Breitner Commando tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Breitner Commando (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Breitner Commando change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Breitner Commando worth watching?
- The Breitner Commando holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Breitner Commando?
- The Breitner Commando stars Johan Heldenbergh, Linh-Dan Pham, Lyna Khoudri, Steve Tientcheu and Pierre Lottin.
- When was The Breitner Commando released?
- The Breitner Commando was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.