War Machine
On one last grueling mission during Army Ranger training, a combat engineer must lead his unit in a fight against a giant otherworldly killing machine.
Critics Sentiment
81 destroys the machine using rocks in its ventilation system
81 nearly drowns during training and faces mental health questioning
The film jumps dramatically from slow military training sequences to explosive alien action when the machine first attacks.
War Machine starts as a predictable military drama but transforms into an entertaining sci-fi thriller once the alien threat appears. Critics consistently praised the action sequences and Ritchson's performance while noting the familiar premise and some pacing issues. The film delivers solid entertainment value despite its derivative nature.
Full cast
Alan Ritchson
81
Dennis Quaid
Army Sgt Maj Sheridan
Stephan James
7
Jai Courtney
Class President
Esai Morales
Army Officer Torres
Blake Richardson
15
Keiynan Lonsdale
60
Jack Patten
109
Joshua Diaz
96
Heather Burridge
122
Daniel Webber
57
Matt Testro
38
Patrick Hughes
Master Sergeant Hughes (Blackhawk)
Alex King
44
Victory Ndukwe
135
Richard Cotta
13
Will Curtin
42
Crew
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