Counterattack (2025)

Kernel Score: 92% · 794 ratings · Rated R

Genres: Action, Adventure, Thriller

Released: 2025-02-27

Runtime: 85 minutes

Where to watch Counterattack

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

When a hostage rescue mission creates a new enemy, Capt. Guerrero and his elite soldiers must face an ambush by a criminal group.

Counterattack parents' guide: ages 15+

Parents need to know that Counterattack is an R-rated military action thriller involving special forces combat against a criminal organization at the US-Mexico border.

  • Violence & scariness: Strong — Military and special-forces combat violence including an ambush by a criminal group; R rated.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Director

Chava Cartas

Cast

  • Luis Alberti as Capitán Guerrero
  • Noé Hernández as Josefo "El Aguijón" Urías
  • Leonardo Alonso as Tanque
  • Luis Curiel as Pollo
  • Guillermo Nava as Toro
  • David Calderón León as Combo
  • Mayra Batalla as Lucía
  • Israel Islas as Román "El Sacristán" Urías
  • Ishbel Bautista as La Cobra
  • Frida Jiser as Karla

Counterattack FAQ

Is Counterattack good?

Counterattack has a 92% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 794 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Counterattack?

In the US you can stream Counterattack on Netflix and watch it free with ads on The Roku Channel.

Is Counterattack OK for kids?

Counterattack is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that Counterattack is an R-rated military action thriller involving special forces combat against a criminal organization at the US-Mexico border.

What movies are like Counterattack?

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