The Six Triple Eight

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The Six Triple Eight

Released Dec 6, 2024

2h 7m

Drama

War

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The Six Triple Eight is inspired by the first and only Women's Army Corps unit of color to serve overseas in WWII. Despite facing racism and sexism -- and grueling working conditions -- they were committed to serving their country with honor and distinction. Given an extraordinary mission and united in their determination, these unsung heroes delivered hope and shattered barriers.

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Critics Consensus

The Six Triple Eight recounts an important true story with a steely Kerry Washington at command, but its treacly presentation unfortunately doesn't let these inspiring events speak for themselves.

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Tim Robey

Daily Telegraph (UK)

[Perry] can manage these soapy romantic beats, but charging the overall story with even the slightest hint of dramatic tension is beyond him.

Rated: 2/5

Jan 8, 2025

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Candice Frederick

HuffPost

I also just find it… interesting that a movie that is supposed to center the Black and brown women of this battalion was usurped by the love story of a dead white guy.

Dec 24, 2024

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Wendy Ide

Observer (UK)

Unfortunately, Perry drenches the tale with his trademark syrupy ineptitude, creating a gloopy, turgid plodder. It doesn’t help that the performances are wildly uneven.

Rated: 2/5

Dec 24, 2024

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Aaron Neuwirth

We Live Entertainment

It’s full of heart and has a story worth exposing to more people. And yet, Perry’s shortcomings as a filmmaker hold this film back from being stronger.

Rated: 5/10

Jan 8, 2025

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Siddhant Adlakha

Mashable

When it comes to material requiring a deft dramatic hand, writer/director Tyler Perry rarely answers the call of duty. You could throw it on in the background this Christmas without too much fuss, though the women on screen might deserve better.

Jan 4, 2025

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Hilary A White

Sunday Independent (Ireland)

Ample room is made for mustering speeches and teary-eyed salutes, and while the story is indeed a worthy one, the cake is over-iced at times.

Rated: 3/5

Jan 3, 2025

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Fredreka I

It was FAAAANTASTIC! I HIGHLY recommend this movie!!!! Wowow! To me, it's on the level of Hidden Figures! Awesome movie about a story I NEVER knew about! Wow!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/22/24

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HENSLEY M

Great movie, great story, very good acting by all!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/19/24

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Aileen A

History lesson that needs to be shared. Film was excellent!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/19/24

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Karen U

very intense and mind-blowing

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

12/17/24

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Barbara

This is an outstanding movie with a great story

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/17/24

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Raymond W

Just excellent! I love films about history and I learned a lot from this film that will encourage me to explore further. Tyler Perry’s best film!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/14/24

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Synopsis

The Six Triple Eight is inspired by the first and only Women's Army Corps unit of color to serve overseas in WWII. Despite facing racism and sexism -- and grueling working conditions -- they were committed to serving their country with honor and distinction. Given an extraordinary mission and united in their determination, these unsung heroes delivered hope and shattered barriers.

Director: Tyler Perry
Producer: Nicole Avant, Angi Bones, Tyler Perry, Keri Selig, Tony Strickland, Carlota Espinosa
Screenwriter: Tyler Perry
Distributor: Netflix
Production Co: Intuition Film Productions, Mandalay Pictures, Netflix, Tyler Perry Studios
Genre: Drama, War
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 6, 2024, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 20, 2024
Runtime: 2h 7m

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