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Jul 12, 1996 · A U.S. Army officer investigates a female chopper commander's worthiness for the Medal of Honor after a deadly crash in Desert Storm. The film stars Denzel Washington, Meg Ryan, Matt Damon and Lou Diamond Phillips, and explores themes of bravery, truth and guilt.
- Edward Zwick
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- 2 min
Courage Under Fire is a 1996 American war drama film directed by Edward Zwick, and starring Denzel Washington and Meg Ryan. It is the second collaboration between Washington and director Zwick. The film was released in the United States on July 12, 1996, to positive reviews and grossed $100 million worldwide.
- $100.9 million
- July 12, 1996
- $46 million
- James Horner
86% Tomatometer 58 Reviews 66% Audience Score 25,000+ Ratings During the 1991 Gulf War, Lieutenant Colonel Nathaniel Serling (Denzel Washington) accidentally caused a friendly fire incident, a ...
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- Edward Zwick
- R
- Denzel Washington
A U.S. Army officer investigates a female helicopter commander's worthiness for the Medal of Honor after the Gulf War. He uncovers conflicting accounts and his own demons from a deadly mistake he made in the past.
A lieutenant colonel investigates the heroism of a female helicopter pilot in the Gulf War, but faces conflicting testimonies and personal demons. Roger Ebert praises the film's clarity, drama and Denzel Washington's performance.
Jul 4, 1996 · A US Army officer investigates a female chopper commander's Medal of Honor claim, uncovering a cover-up of a friendly fire incident. Watch the trailer, see the cast and crew, and read user reviews on The Movie Database.
