Prime Video quietly adds 'unforgettable' war movie from 28 Days Later writer
Prime Video has subtly added 'one of the finest war films ever released', leaving viewers utterly gobsmacked.
Warfare, which was only in cinemas earlier this year, has already made its way to streaming platforms. This means that fans can now enjoy the 2025 title from the comfort of their own homes, as long as they have an Amazon Prime subscription.
The film is a joint effort by Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland, who both co-wrote and co-directed it. Garland is renowned for his work on popular horror films such as 28 Days Later and its sequel, as well as the comic book adaptation Dredd. He also penned and directed the sci-fi thrillers Ex Machina, Annihilation and the 2024 war film Civil War.
Mendoza, a former U.S. Navy SEAL turned American military technical advisor and film producer, makes his debut as a writer and director with Warfare. The film draws heavily from Mendoza's personal experiences during the Iraq War, reports Surrey Live.
In particular, it recounts an incident he and his platoon faced on 19 November 2006, following the Battle of Ramadi. The script was crafted based on testimonies from the actual platoon members, and the narrative unfolds in real time.
While the film is rooted in reality, featuring real people and true events, only Mendoza and the character of Miller, to whom the film is dedicated, retain their real names for their character counterparts. The rest of the squad are given alternate, fictional names.
The cast features a host of familiar faces, including Netflix's Stranger Things star Joseph Quinn, Heartstopper's Kit Connor, Michael Gandolfini and Will Poulter, to name just a few.
Upon its release, Warfare was met with rave reviews, securing a 93% rating on Rotten Tomatoes as both critics and audiences lauded its realistic depiction.
Filmgoers who've caught early screenings have been eagerly posting their reviews online, many positioning it amongst the top tier of war films. As one viewer remarked: "Easily one of the best war movies in recent years. Didn't expect it to go this deep."
Another chimed in: "Warfare is an unforgettable, intense war film experience that hit all of us hard in the best way. It's not just a film, it's something you survive. The movie drops you into the heart of a real-life Iraq mission, and from the first shot to the last breath, it never lets you look away."
A particular fan pointed out its authentic take on conflict, stating: "This movie is unironically one of the best war movies released. Warfare shows you the reality of a battle. That's what makes it perfect. It gives you a real grounded feel of combat, and not some fairy tale Lone Survivor type of story. You have to watch it to see the hype."
One fan shared their thoughts online, stating: "I have a feeling that Warfare will go down as one of the greatest war movies ever made. Think Black Hawk Down, Band of Brothers, Apocalypse Now to name just a few... then forget 'em. Warfare changes the whole genre. It's almost like the action is real time. When someone yells out 'Inbound 10 minutes!' it is 10 minutes. There are no Hollywood heroics. No superhuman action. Just real memories of those who were there. No dramatic background music to tell you something is about to happen."
Another viewer praised director Alex Garland, asserting: "Without a shadow of a doubt, Warfare is the most powerful, intense and moving experience I have ever had inside of a movie theatre. Extraordinary acting, career-best direction from Alex Garland and sound design that's unlike anything I ever ever experienced."
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