# Where to watch Platoon Leader (1988) in the UK

> Platoon Leader (1988) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Last verified on 10 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1988  
**Runtime:** 97 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 5.5/10  
**Genres:** Drama, War, Action  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 10 May 2026 (2026-05-10T02:31:25.622Z)  

## Synopsis

West Point graduate lieutenant Jeff Knight meets cynicism when taking command of sergeant Michael McNamara's tour veterans platoon in a Vietnamese trench camp. Unlike his predecessor, who hid till the end of his tour, Jeff takes charge, experiences the manual doesn't allow coping with all realities and gets wounded. He returns, now fully respect by men and superiors. Besides the Vietcong, the platoon wrestles with the inscrutable villagers, which the G.I.'s officially protect, but also fear as some collaborate with them, other covertly with the Cong, either way subject to bloody reprisals.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Platoon%20Leader&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Platoon%20Leader&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Platoon Leader in the UK?**

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**Is Platoon Leader on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

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## Sources

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