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Gods and Generals

2003·Movie·PG-13·219 min·6.4(199)

The nation's heart was touched by...

Follows the personal and professional life of Thomas 'Stonewall' Jackson, a brilliant if eccentric Confederate general, from the outbreak of the American Civil War until its halfway point.

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About Gods and Generals

Gods and Generals is a 2003 English-language drama, history and war film directed by Ronald F. Maxwell. The cast is led by Stephen Lang, Jeff Daniels, Robert Duvall. It has a runtime of 3h 39m. Viewers rate it 6.4/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Gods and Generals was produced by Turner Pictures, Antietam Filmworks, and Esparza / Katz Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on February 21, 2003, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $56 million, it went on to gross $13 million worldwide.

Director
Ronald F. Maxwell
Writers
Ronald F. Maxwell
Release date
February 21, 2003
Original language
English
Age rating
PG-13
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$56 million
Box office
$13 million
Production
Turner Pictures, Antietam Filmworks, Esparza / Katz Productions
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Gods and Generals cast & crew

Gods and Generals was directed by Ronald F. Maxwell and written by Ronald F. Maxwell.

The cast features Stephen Lang as Lt. Gen. Thomas Stonewall Jackson, Jeff Daniels as Lt. Col. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain, Robert Duvall as Gen. Robert E. Lee, Kevin Conway as Sgt. Buster Kilrain, C. Thomas Howell as Sgt. Thomas Chamberlain, and Jeremy London as Capt. Alexander 'Sandie' Pendleton.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Randy Edelman, cinematography is by Kees Van Oostrum, and it was produced by Ronald F. Maxwell and Moctesuma Esparza.

Is Gods and Generals worth watching?

Gods and Generals holds an audience score of 6.4/10 from 199 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 3h 39m, it's a full-evening commitment.

If you enjoy drama, history, and war, Gods and Generals is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of Gods and Generals

Stephen Lang

Stephen Lang

Lt. Gen. Thomas Stonewall Jackson

Jeff Daniels

Jeff Daniels

Lt. Col. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain

Robert Duvall

Robert Duvall

Gen. Robert E. Lee

Kevin Conway

Kevin Conway

Sgt. Buster Kilrain

C. Thomas Howell

C. Thomas Howell

Sgt. Thomas Chamberlain

Jeremy London

Jeremy London

Capt. Alexander 'Sandie' Pendleton

Matt Letscher

Matt Letscher

Col. Adelbert Ames

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Brian Mallon

Maj. Gen. Winfield Scott Hancock

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Bo Brinkman

Maj. Walter Taylor

Bruce Boxleitner

Bruce Boxleitner

Lt. Gen. James Longstreet

William Sanderson

William Sanderson

Maj. Gen. A. P. Hill

Billy Campbell

Billy Campbell

Maj. Gen. George Pickett

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Gods and Generals — FAQs

Where can I watch Gods and Generals in United States?

Gods and Generals is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

What language is Gods and Generals in?

Gods and Generals is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Gods and Generals?

Gods and Generals runs 3 hours 39 minutes (219 minutes).

What is Gods and Generals rated?

Gods and Generals is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.4/10 audience score from 199 ratings.

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