

Gods and Generals
“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.
Where to watch Gods and Generals in United States
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Where is Gods and Generals streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Spain | — | Amazon Video |
| Brazil | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store |
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
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
Lt. Gen. Thomas Stonewall Jackson

Jeff Daniels
Lt. Col. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain

Robert Duvall
Gen. Robert E. Lee

Kevin Conway
Sgt. Buster Kilrain

C. Thomas Howell
Sgt. Thomas Chamberlain

Jeremy London
Capt. Alexander 'Sandie' Pendleton

Matt Letscher
Col. Adelbert Ames
Brian Mallon
Maj. Gen. Winfield Scott Hancock
Bo Brinkman
Maj. Walter Taylor

Bruce Boxleitner
Lt. Gen. James Longstreet

William Sanderson
Maj. Gen. A. P. Hill

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.











