Rotten Tomatoes
Cancel Movies Tv shows FanStore News Showtimes

Hacksaw Ridge

Play trailer 2:25 Poster for Hacksaw Ridge R Released Nov 4, 2016 2h 19m War History Drama Biography Play Trailer Watchlist
Watchlist Tomatometer Popcornmeter
84% Tomatometer 280 Reviews 92% Popcornmeter 50,000+ Ratings
The true story of Pfc. Desmond T. Doss (Andrew Garfield), who won the Congressional Medal of Honor despite refusing to bear arms during WWII on religious grounds. Doss was drafted and ostracized by fellow soldiers for his pacifist stance but went on to earn respect and adoration for his bravery, selflessness and compassion after he risked his life -- without firing a shot -- to save 75 men in the Battle of Okinawa.
Watch on Fandango at Home Buy Now

Where to Watch

Hacksaw Ridge

Hacksaw Ridge

What to Know

Critics Consensus

Hacksaw Ridge uses a real-life pacifist's legacy to lay the groundwork for a gripping wartime tribute to faith, valor, and the courage of remaining true to one's convictions.

Read Critics Reviews

Critics Reviews

View All (280)
Wendy Ide Observer (UK) Gibson's robust directorial technique brings an undeniable punch to the combat scenes ... Elsewhere in the film, however, there's a sledgehammer lack of subtlety that is only partially mitigated by Andrew Garfield's impressive performance. Rated: 3/5 Jan 29, 2017 Full Review Donald Clarke Irish Times If they gave out awards for "most movie in a movie", then no other movie need turn up. Rated: 3/5 Jan 27, 2017 Full Review Kevin Maher The Times (UK) A rousing tale of Pacific War heroism that has more in common with jingoistic Wayne staples such as Sands of Iwo Jima or The Green Berets than anything in the 21st century, this is wearily formulaic film-making. Rated: 2/5 Jan 26, 2017 Full Review Don Shanahan Every Movie Has a Lesson The trouble is this proper hero worship is drawn out and overstated in a bloated film that could lose 20 minutes of first-act exposition and 15 minutes of battle scene redundancies from its 131 minutes. Rated: 2/5 Oct 16, 2024 Full Review Diana Tuova Spotlight on Film For a film about a conscientious objector, this film may be viewed as unjustifiably violent, but Gibson still presents his hero in the best possible light, and the love story electrifies the screen. Rated: 4.5/5 Aug 9, 2024 Full Review Keith Garlington Keith & the Movies The superbly shot battle scenes aside, Gibson’s traditionalist sensibilities show up in how he shoots everything else which is a perfect fit for this particular film. It’s easy to get lost in the period he visualizes. Rated: 4.5/5 Aug 21, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

View All (1000+)
Natalia S I watched Hacksaw Ridge and I think it’s a powerful and emotional movie. It tells the true story of Desmond Doss, a soldier who went to war but refused to carry a weapon because of his beliefs. Even without fighting, he managed to save many lives during a big battle. The movie shows a lot of violence and war scenes, but also moments of courage and faith. I think it’s interesting how he stayed true to his values, even when others didn’t believe in him. It’s a serious film that makes you think about bravery in a different way Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/24/25 Full Review Rundyl B I would never have said that a historical film based on facts would captivate me so much. Really, I watched it throughout with chills all over my body. It's quite deep and addresses serious issues, showing what the hell of war looks like. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/22/25 Full Review Joe M What a great story for a great man / hero. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 07/21/25 Full Review Audience Member Any true movie lover can tell how much work was put into this one. From the wardrobe, to make-up, to the pyrotechnics, to the amazingly accurate accents, and to all the other amazing things too long to list, this movie is truly a masterpiece. I could sit here and talk about how it may have seemed that they were glorifying war, like the other critics, but I rate the cinema. This movie didn’t feel like it was forcing any war agenda down my throat so idk why people are talking about that anyway. All that aside, Mel Gibson really directed another amazing hit with this one. Thank you to all the amazing actors and production members for making such a wonderful movie. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/19/25 Full Review Concept C This is without a doubt one of my all time favorite war movies! Andrew Garfield has always been an amazing actor and he does so well here! They don't shy away from showing the horror of war, which should be displayed! But they also beautifully follow the story of Desmond, and naturally the team around it! I am not a religious person, but I do love the way they did it in this movie, how it drives him! And again just a very solid casting overall! Amazing watch! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/18/25 Full Review Tyler W Andrew Garfield in this movie is just PERFECT. The story is amazing. The approach of a war movie where the main character doesn’t even shoot a gun, and it still keeps my attention the whole time is crazy! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/14/25 Full Review Read all reviews
Hacksaw Ridge

My Rating

Read More Read Less POST RATING WRITE A REVIEW EDIT REVIEW

Hacksaw Ridge

Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - The Battle of Hacksaw Ridge Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - The Battle of Hacksaw Ridge 2:59 Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - Combat Medic Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - Combat Medic 2:15 Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - Smitty's Last Stand Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - Smitty's Last Stand 2:56 Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - Hiding Under a Corpse Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - Hiding Under a Corpse 2:00 Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - Blowing up the Bunker Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - Blowing up the Bunker 2:37 Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - Help Me Get One More Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - Help Me Get One More 2:56 Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - The Japanese Sniper Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - The Japanese Sniper 2:57 Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - The Japanese Ambush Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - The Japanese Ambush 2:58 Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - Saving a Japanese Soldier Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - Saving a Japanese Soldier 2:16 Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - Belaying Soldiers Hacksaw Ridge: Official Clip - Belaying Soldiers 2:18 View more videos
Free State of Jones 48% 64% Free State of Jones Watchlist TRAILER for Free State of Jones Heneral Luna 78% 89% Heneral Luna Watchlist American Sniper 71% 84% American Sniper Watchlist TRAILER for American Sniper Outlaw King 63% 68% Outlaw King Watchlist TRAILER for Outlaw King Napoleon 58% 58% Napoleon Watchlist TRAILER for Napoleon Discover more movies and TV shows. View More

Movie Info

Synopsis The true story of Pfc. Desmond T. Doss (Andrew Garfield), who won the Congressional Medal of Honor despite refusing to bear arms during WWII on religious grounds. Doss was drafted and ostracized by fellow soldiers for his pacifist stance but went on to earn respect and adoration for his bravery, selflessness and compassion after he risked his life -- without firing a shot -- to save 75 men in the Battle of Okinawa.
Director
Mel Gibson
Producer
Bill Mechanic, David Permut, Terry Benedict, Paul Currie, Bruce Davey, William D. Johnson, Tyler Thompson, Brian Oliver
Screenwriter
Andrew Knight, Robert Schenkkan
Distributor
Lionsgate Films
Production Co
Kylin Pictures, Demarest Films, Pandemonium, IM Global, Cross Creek Pictures, Tunnel Post
Rating
R (Grisly Bloody Images|Graphic War Violence)
Genre
War, History, Drama, Biography
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 4, 2016, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Feb 7, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA)
$67.0M
Runtime
2h 19m
Sound Mix
SDDS, Dolby Digital, Dolby Atmos
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
Most Popular at Home Now