The Last Full Measure (2020)
Kernel Score: 81% · 481 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Drama, Action, War
Released: 2020-01-23
Runtime: 110 minutes
Where to watch The Last Full Measure
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US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
The incredible true story of Vietnam War hero William H. Pitsenbarger, a U.S. Air Force Pararescuemen medic who personally saved over sixty men. Thirty-two years later, Pentagon staffer Scott Huffman investigates a Congressional Medal of Honor request for Pitsenbarger and uncovers a high-level conspiracy behind the decades-long denial of the medal, prompting Huffman to put his own career on the line to seek justice for the fallen airman.
The Last Full Measure parents' guide: ages 13+
Parents need to know that this R-rated war drama depicts Vietnam combat and its lasting toll, including a real soldier's sacrifice.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — War drama with combat scenes and grim, tragic wartime content per the R rating and keywords like 'brutal' and 'disheartening'.
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
Todd Robinson
Cast
- Sebastian Stan as Scott Huffman
- Christopher Plummer as Frank Pitsenbarger
- William Hurt as Tulley
- Ed Harris as Ray Mott
- Zach Roerig as Young Ray Mott
- Samuel L. Jackson as Takoda
- Jeremy Irvine as William Pitsenbarger
- Peter Fonda as Jimmy Burr
- Bradley Whitford as Carlton Stanton
- Alison Sudol as Tara Huffman
The Last Full Measure FAQ
Is The Last Full Measure good?
The Last Full Measure has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 481 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Last Full Measure?
In the US you can stream The Last Full Measure on Fubo, YouTube TV and FXNow and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Last Full Measure OK for kids?
The Last Full Measure is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that this R-rated war drama depicts Vietnam combat and its lasting toll, including a real soldier's sacrifice.
What movies are like The Last Full Measure?
If you liked The Last Full Measure, try Platoon, We Were Soldiers, Full Metal Jacket and Casualties of War.