Rescue Dawn (2007)

Kernel Score: 76% · 1,379 ratings · Rated PG-13

Genres: Adventure, Drama, War

Released: 2007-06-23

Runtime: 125 minutes

Where to watch Rescue Dawn

US availability, updated 2026-10-22.

Overview

A US Fighter pilot's epic struggle of survival after being shot down on a mission over Laos during the Vietnam War.

Rescue Dawn parents' guide: ages 11+

Parents need to know that Rescue Dawn is a PG-13 war drama about a US pilot's real-life struggle to survive after being shot down and captured during the Vietnam War.

  • Violence & scariness: Moderate — Depicts wartime combat, imprisonment, and a dangerous escape and survival ordeal based on a true story.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG-13 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

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Director

Werner Herzog

Cast

Rescue Dawn FAQ

Is Rescue Dawn good?

Rescue Dawn has a 76% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,379 audience ratings.

Where can I watch Rescue Dawn?

In the US you can stream Rescue Dawn on Prime Video, watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Fawesome, The Roku Channel, YouTube Free and Plex and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

Is Rescue Dawn OK for kids?

Rescue Dawn is rated PG-13. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that Rescue Dawn is a PG-13 war drama about a US pilot's real-life struggle to survive after being shot down and captured during the Vietnam War.

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