The Greatest Beer Run Ever (2022)
Kernel Score: 85% · 876 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Comedy, War
Released: 2022-09-23
Runtime: 127 minutes
Where to watch The Greatest Beer Run Ever
- Stream: Apple TV
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Chickie wants to support his friends fighting in Vietnam, so he does something wild—personally bring them American beer. What starts as a well-meaning journey quickly changes Chickie's life and perspective.
The Greatest Beer Run Ever parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that The Greatest Beer Run Ever is an R-rated dramedy set during the Vietnam War, involving heavy drinking and war violence.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Set in the Vietnam War with combat-adjacent danger and wartime peril.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Strong — Beer-drinking is central to the plot, with the protagonist delivering alcohol to soldiers throughout.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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- Birdy (1984) — 78%
- Apocalypse Now (1979) — 91%
- Good Morning, Vietnam (1987) — 82%
- The Last Full Measure (2020) — 81%
- Born on the Fourth of July (1989) — 79%
- Casualties of War (1989) — 81%
- Platoon (1986) — 87%
- Full Metal Jacket (1987) — 90%
Director
Cast
- Zac Efron as John 'Chickie' Donohue
- Russell Crowe as Arthur Coates
- Kyle Allen as Bobby Pappas
- Bill Murray as The Colonel
- Jake Picking as Rick Duggan
- Will Ropp as Kevin McLoone
- Archie Renaux as Tom Collins
- Ruby Ashbourne Serkis as Christine
- Will Hochman as Tommy Minogue
- Christopher Reed Brown as Noodle
The Greatest Beer Run Ever FAQ
Is The Greatest Beer Run Ever good?
The Greatest Beer Run Ever has an 85% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 876 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Greatest Beer Run Ever?
In the US you can stream The Greatest Beer Run Ever on Apple TV.
Is The Greatest Beer Run Ever OK for kids?
The Greatest Beer Run Ever is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that The Greatest Beer Run Ever is an R-rated dramedy set during the Vietnam War, involving heavy drinking and war violence.
What movies are like The Greatest Beer Run Ever?
If you liked The Greatest Beer Run Ever, try Birdy, Apocalypse Now, Good Morning, Vietnam and The Last Full Measure.