Hacksaw Ridge

2016 · 2h19 · Film

Directed by Mel Gibson

Starring Andrew Garfield, Sam Worthington, Vince Vaughn, Teresa Palmer, Luke Bracey, Hugo Weaving, Rachel Griffiths, Ryan Corr, Richard Roxburgh, Goran D. Kleut

Ideal when you feel… Sad / low

During World War II, a devout American medic joins the Army but refuses to carry or use a weapon. Facing hostility during training and the chaos of battle, he remains committed to saving wounded soldiers while serving on the front lines.

Original language

English

Country

Australia, United Kingdom, United States

Screenplay

Robert Schenkkan, Andrew Knight

Music

Rupert Gregson-Williams

Cinematography

Simon Duggan

Cast

Teresa Palmer, Luke Bracey, Hugo Weaving, Rachel Griffiths, Ryan Corr, Richard Roxburgh, Goran D. Kleut

Critics score

78/100

Updated July 21, 2026

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