Strategic Command (1997): cast, story & where to watch

1997 · Film · ★ 5.3

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Released in 1997, Strategic Command is an action, thriller and drama film directed by Rick Jacobson, running about 90 minutes. “40,000,000 lives at stake.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Rick Harding is a former Marines officer, now working in the FBI as a chemical weapons designer. While packing up for the night, a group of armed soldiers led by wanted criminal Carlos Gruber, break into the FBI research lab. They steal large amounts of a newly created germ warfare chemical called Bromax-360, loosing two of their men in the process before escaping into the night.

Who’s in it. Strategic Command stars Michael Dudikoff as Rick Harding, Richard Norton as Carlos Gruber, Paul Winfield as Rowan and Amanda Wyss as Michelle Harding, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Strategic Command has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, YouTube TV and Cineverse and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Strategic Command page.

If you liked it. Fans of Strategic Command 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 Strategic Command (1997)?
In US, Strategic Command is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV and YouTube TV, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Strategic Command worth watching?
Strategic Command holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Strategic Command?
Strategic Command stars Michael Dudikoff, Richard Norton, Paul Winfield, Amanda Wyss and Jsu Garcia.
When was Strategic Command released?
Strategic Command was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.