Tears of the Sun
He was trained to follow orders. He became a hero by defying them.
Navy SEAL Lieutenant A.K. Waters and his elite squadron of tactical specialists are forced to choose between their duty and their humanity, between following orders by ignoring the conflict that surrounds them, or finding the courage to follow their conscience and protect a group of innocent refugees. When the democratic government of Nigeria collapses and the country is taken over by a ruthless military dictator, Waters, a fiercely loyal and hardened veteran is dispatched on a routine mission to retrieve a Doctors Without Borders physician.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Tears of the Sun
- Genres: War, Action, Drama
- Release Date: 2003-03-07
- Runtime: 121 minutes
- Rating: 6.884/10 (2410 votes)
- Budget: $75,000,000
- Revenue: $86,500,000
- Production Companies: Columbia Pictures, Revolution Studios, Cheyenne Enterprises, Michael Lobell Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 9.2507
- Languages: English, Spanish
Cast & Crew
Bruce Willis
as Lieutenant A.K. Waters
Monica Bellucci
as Dr. Lena Fiore Kendricks
Cole Hauser
as James 'Red' Atkins
Eamonn Walker
as Ellis 'Zee' Pettigrew
Johnny Messner
as Kelly Lake
Nick Chinlund
as Michael 'Slo' Slowenski
Tom Skerritt
as Captain Bill Rhodes
Akosua Busia
as Patience
Peter Mensah
as Terwase
Malick Bowens
as Colonel Idris Sadick
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tears of the Sun?▼
Tears of the Sun is a War, Action, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2003-03-07.
Who are the main actors in Tears of the Sun?▼
The main cast includes Bruce Willis, Monica Bellucci, Cole Hauser, Eamonn Walker, Johnny Messner, .
Where can I watch Tears of the Sun online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Tears of the Sun is available.
Is Tears of the Sun based on a true story?▼
He was trained to follow orders. He became a hero by defying them.
What is the IMDb rating of Tears of the Sun?▼
Tears of the Sun has an IMDb rating of 6.884/10 based on 2410 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Tears of the Sun?▼
The movie had a production budget of $75,000,000 and earned $86,500,000 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Tears of the Sun?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Columbia Pictures, Revolution Studios, Cheyenne Enterprises, Michael Lobell Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Tears of the Sun filmed?▼
Tears of the Sun was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Tears of the Sun?▼
The total runtime of Tears of the Sun is 121 minutes.
Is Tears of the Sun suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Tears of the Sun?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Tears of the Sun.
Does Tears of the Sun have a post-credit scene?▼
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