
Red Dawn
In our time, no foreign army has ever occupied American soil. Until now.
It is the dawn of World War III. In mid-western America, a group of teenagers band together to defend their town—and their country—from invading Soviet forces.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Red Dawn
- Genres: Action, Thriller, War, Drama, Science Fiction
- Release Date: 1984-08-10
- Runtime: 114 minutes
- Rating: 6.289/10 (823 votes)
- Budget: $17,000,000
- Revenue: $38,400,000
- Production Companies: United Artists, Sidney Beckerman Productions, Valkyrie Films, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 3.891
- Languages: English, Russian, Spanish
Cast & Crew

Patrick Swayze
as Jed

Charlie Sheen
as Matt

C. Thomas Howell
as Robert

Lea Thompson
as Erica

Darren Dalton
as Daryl

Jennifer Grey
as Toni

Powers Boothe
as Andy

Brad Savage
as Danny

Ben Johnson
as Mason

Harry Dean Stanton
as Mr. Eckert
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Trailers & Clips
The Teens Set Up a Trap
Dad's Goodbye: 'Avenge Me' Scene
Opening Scene: Paramilitary Invasion
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Dawn?â–Ľ
Red Dawn is a Action, Thriller, War, Drama, Science Fiction movie directed by . It was released on 1984-08-10.
Who are the main actors in Red Dawn?â–Ľ
The main cast includes Patrick Swayze, Charlie Sheen, C. Thomas Howell, Lea Thompson, Darren Dalton, .
Where can I watch Red Dawn online?â–Ľ
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Red Dawn is available.
Is Red Dawn based on a true story?â–Ľ
In our time, no foreign army has ever occupied American soil. Until now.
What is the IMDb rating of Red Dawn?â–Ľ
Red Dawn has an IMDb rating of 6.289/10 based on 823 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Red Dawn?â–Ľ
The movie had a production budget of $17,000,000 and earned $38,400,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Red Dawn?â–Ľ
The soundtrack was composed by United Artists, Sidney Beckerman Productions, Valkyrie Films, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Red Dawn filmed?â–Ľ
Red Dawn was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Red Dawn?â–Ľ
The total runtime of Red Dawn is 114 minutes.
Is Red Dawn suitable for kids?â–Ľ
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Red Dawn?â–Ľ
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Red Dawn.
Does Red Dawn have a post-credit scene?â–Ľ
Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!