American Commandos (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1985, American Commandos is an action and war film directed by Bobby A. Suarez, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. A group of Vietnam vets are sent to Southeast Asia to destroy drug-smuggling operations in the Golden Triangle. When they get there, they find that many of the drug gangs are run by other Vietnam vets.
Who’s in it. American Commandos stars Christopher Mitchum as Dean Mitchell, John Phillip Law as Kelly, Franco Guerrero as Somsak and Robert Marius as Brutus, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, American Commandos 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 American Commandos page.
If you liked it. Fans of American Commandos 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 American Commandos (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for American Commandos change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is American Commandos worth watching?
- American Commandos holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in American Commandos?
- American Commandos stars Christopher Mitchum, John Phillip Law, Franco Guerrero, Robert Marius and Kristine Erlandson.
- When was American Commandos released?
- American Commandos was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.