The Tank (2025)
Kernel Score: 77% · 364 ratings · Rated R
Genres: War, Action, Drama
Released: 2025-09-18
Runtime: 117 minutes
Where to watch The Tank
- Stream: Prime Video
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
A German Tiger tank crew is sent on a dangerous mission to rescue the missing officer Paul von Hardenburg from a top-secret bunker behind enemy lines. As they make their way through the lethal no-man's land, they must confront not only the enemy, but also their own fears and inner demons. Fueled by the Wehrmacht's methamphetamine, their mission increasingly becomes a journey into the heart of darkness.
The Tank parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that this R-rated WWII drama depicts brutal combat and war crimes, with a tank crew fueled by methamphetamine.
- Violence & scariness: Intense — Realistic, harrowing WWII combat, close-quarters fighting, and war crimes; reviewers describe it as compellingly, horribly honest.
- Drinking, drugs & smoking: Strong — Drug use is central: the German tank crew is fueled by the Wehrmacht's methamphetamine, driving their descent into a 'heart of darkness.'
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
Cast
- Laurence Rupp as Christian Weller
- David Schütter as Philip Gerkens
- Sebastian Urzendowsky as Keilig
- Leonard Kunz as Helmut
- Yoran Leicher as Michel
- André Hennicke as Lieutenant Colonel Krebs
- Arndt Schwering-Sohnrey as Löffler
- Tilman Strauss as Paul von Hardenburg
- Alžběta Malá as Marion
- Samuel Himal as Fritz
The Tank FAQ
Is The Tank good?
The Tank has a 77% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 364 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Tank?
In the US you can stream The Tank on Prime Video.
Is The Tank OK for kids?
The Tank is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this R-rated WWII drama depicts brutal combat and war crimes, with a tank crew fueled by methamphetamine.
What movies are like The Tank?
If you liked The Tank, try Fury, The Beast, Stalingrad and Cross of Iron.