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Tropic Thunder

2008·Movie·R·107 min·★ 6.7(7,330)

“Get some.”

A group of self-absorbed actors set out to make the most expensive war film ever. When budgets skyrocket and schedules fall far behind, the director tries to save the production by leading his cast into the jungles of Southeast Asia, where they inadvertently encounter real danger.

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Where to watch Tropic Thunder in United States

Can I watch Tropic Thunder in United States? Yes — you can stream Tropic Thunder in United States on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, and Paramount+ Amazon Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Click a service to open Tropic Thunder there. Availability last verified on November 10, 2026.

Where is Tropic Thunder streaming around the world?

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United StatesParamount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium ChannelAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, JustWatch TV Store
India—YouTube, Amazon Video
United KingdomAmazon Prime Video, Disney Plus, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, JustWatch TV Store
CanadaDisney PlusApple TV Store, JustWatch TV Store, CosmoGo
AustraliaDisney Plus, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, StanJustWatch TV Store, Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
GermanyDisney Plus, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Magenta TV+Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, JustWatch TV Store
FranceDisney Plus, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus PremiumApple TV Store, Orange VOD, YouTube
SpainDisney PlusApple TV Store, JustWatch TV Store, Rakuten TV
BrazilDisney Plus, Paramount Plus, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount Plus PremiumApple TV Store, Amazon Video
JapanAmazon Prime Video, U-NEXT, Amazon Prime Video with AdsAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, FOD

About Tropic Thunder

Tropic Thunder is a 2008 English-language comedy, war and action film directed by Ben Stiller. The cast is led by Ben Stiller, Robert Downey Jr., Jack Black. It has a runtime of 1h 47m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 7300 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel.

Tropic Thunder was produced by DreamWorks Pictures, Red Hour, and Goldcrest Pictures and made in United States of America and United Kingdom. It was released on August 9, 2008, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $92 million, it went on to gross $196 million worldwide.

Director
Ben Stiller
Writers
Ben Stiller, Justin Theroux, Etan Cohen
Release date
August 9, 2008
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America, United Kingdom
Budget
$92 million
Box office
$196 million
Production
DreamWorks Pictures, Red Hour, Goldcrest Pictures
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Tropic Thunder cast & crew

Tropic Thunder was directed by Ben Stiller and written by Ben Stiller, Justin Theroux, and Etan Cohen.

The cast features Ben Stiller as Tugg Speedman, Robert Downey Jr. as Kirk Lazarus, Jack Black as Jeff Portnoy, Jay Baruchel as Kevin Sandusky, Brandon T. Jackson as Alpa Chino, and Brandon Soo Hoo as Tran.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Theodore Shapiro, cinematography is by John Toll, and it was produced by Stuart Cornfeld and Eric McLeod.

Is Tropic Thunder worth watching?

Tropic Thunder holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 7,330 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.

At 1h 47m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy comedy, war, and action, Tropic Thunder is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Tropic Thunder

In United States, you can stream Tropic Thunder on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel, and Kanopy, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, JustWatch TV Store, and Google Play Movies. Click any service above to open it directly.

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Cast of Tropic Thunder

Ben Stiller

Ben Stiller

Tugg Speedman

Robert Downey Jr.

Robert Downey Jr.

Kirk Lazarus

Jack Black

Jack Black

Jeff Portnoy

Jay Baruchel

Jay Baruchel

Kevin Sandusky

Brandon T. Jackson

Brandon T. Jackson

Alpa Chino

Brandon Soo Hoo

Brandon Soo Hoo

Tran

Matthew McConaughey

Matthew McConaughey

Rick Peck

Tom Cruise

Tom Cruise

Les Grossman

Nick Nolte

Nick Nolte

Four Leaf Tayback

Danny McBride

Danny McBride

Cody

Steve Coogan

Steve Coogan

Damien Cockburn

Bill Hader

Bill Hader

Rob Slolom

Tropic Thunder — FAQs

▸Where can I watch Tropic Thunder in United States?

Tropic Thunder is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel in United States.

▸Is Tropic Thunder on Paramount Plus Premium?

Yes — Tropic Thunder is currently available on Paramount Plus Premium in United States.

▸What language is Tropic Thunder in?

Tropic Thunder is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Mandarin. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is Tropic Thunder?

Tropic Thunder runs 1 hours 47 minutes (107 minutes).

▸What is Tropic Thunder rated?

Tropic Thunder is rated R. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 7,330 ratings.

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