Thank You for Your Service

Name: Thank You for Your Service
Genre: Biography, Drama, War
Released: October 27, 2017
Duration: 109 min
Rating: 68
Cast: Amy Schumer, Beulah Koale, Brad Beyer, Cecil M. Henry, Erin Darke

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Universal Pictures | Release Date: October 27, 2017 | R

Starring: Amy Schumer, Beulah Koale, Brad Beyer, Cecil M. Henry, Erin Darke, Haley Bennett, Hunter Burke, Jayson Warner Smith, Joe Cole, Kate Lyn Sheil, Keisha Castle-Hughes, Kerry Cahill, Michael Love Toliver, Miles Teller, Omar J. Dorsey, Scott Haze

Summary: A group of U.S. soldiers returning from Iraq struggle to integrate back into family and civilian life, while living with the memory of a war that threatens to destroy them long after they’ve left the battlefield.

Director: Jason Hall

Genre(s): Biography, Drama, War

Rating: R

Runtime: 109 min

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Richard Roeper

Oct 26, 2017

We’ve seen this movie before, or at least versions of this story — but thanks to Hall’s well-crafted script and sure-handed direction, and the heartbreakingly effective performances from Teller and the supporting players, this is a powerful and valuable addition to the coming-home war movie canon. Read full review

Joshua Rothkopf

Nov 3, 2017

Thank You for Your Service is as necessary as top-flight journalism. Read full review

Gary Thompson

Oct 26, 2017

It’s a good, quiet performance by Teller, and also by Bennett — her Saskia is welcoming but wary. Read full review

Alan Scherstuhl

Oct 24, 2017

It’s not always effective drama, but as an example for thousands of struggling American families, it’s a serious breakthrough. Read full review

Marjorie Baumgarten

Oct 25, 2017

At its best, Thank You for Your Service is "The Best Years of Our Lives" for the modern generation of war veterans. Read full review

Alissa Wilkinson

Oct 26, 2017

Thank You for Your Service is moving and unflinchingly honest — and its release comes at a time when its central theme feels depressingly relevant. Read full review

The Guardian Charles Bramesco

Oct 24, 2017

Hall’s marching in lockstep with a lengthy platoon of directors who have already blazed this same path through enemy territory. And though he’s got some upstanding troops at his disposal, his plan of attack lacks that crucial unexpected element that can take an opposing battalion – or an audience – off guard. Read full review

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RyanAustin2002

Jan 25, 2018

An emotionally moving, heartwarming, great acted, well paced, and a truly underrated gem that deserved alot more attention.

1 of 1 users found this helpful10

Jan 31, 2018

"Thank You for Your Service" is a very disturbing movie to watch, primarily because it accurately depicts the obstacles veterans must overcome in order to get the medical and psychological help they need after they return to the United States injured in body, mind, or both. The acting"Thank You for Your Service" is a very disturbing movie to watch, primarily because it accurately depicts the obstacles veterans must overcome in order to get the medical and psychological help they need after they return to the United States injured in body, mind, or both. The acting performances are strong, and the script is compelling. The viewer leaves the theater hoping that promised reforms in the corrupt and inefficient Veterans Administration are finally implemented after decades of broken promises from our government.… Expand

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Proteus

Oct 27, 2017

Surprisingly moving, well acted and well paced. There was no attempt to manipulate the viewer or push your emotional buttons. It has an authentic feel to it. Teller is really strong.

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elsiemonster

Nov 6, 2017

Lots of people romanticize military service without understanding the struggles that vets go through when returning to civilian life. I'm hoping this film opens people's eyes to how this country does a huge disservice to our military once they're no longer useful to be deployed overseas.

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SadieP

Nov 17, 2017

My heart just plain hurts! The film is a true story following the return of 3 men from war & shares their struggles acclimating to civilian life after their service. Sadly they suffer from multiple traumatic issues - PTSD, memory loss, depression, stress & financial troubles resulting inMy heart just plain hurts! The film is a true story following the return of 3 men from war & shares their struggles acclimating to civilian life after their service. Sadly they suffer from multiple traumatic issues - PTSD, memory loss, depression, stress & financial troubles resulting in personal problems, and help is not at all quick in coming. Wading through the VA process is terrible & the bureaucracy of the process is appalling!
Not really an entertaining film but a story that needs to be shared. The actors were all good, connected and many times facial expressions talked where words were not necessary. Treatment of returning vets, and their suffering, is really what the story is about. I felt sick watching what we've heard so much about in our own news regarding treatment of our vets these days, and just want to scream! Those in power; politicians, health providers, service administrators, etc. need to do a better job taking care of the men & women who have sacrificed so much fighting for the USA! Many suffer the consequences of their service both physically & mentally daily, it is just wrong, this country HAS to do a better job - shame on those who treat our vets so poorly!… Expand

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EpicLadySponge

Oct 27, 2017

If this film were to go anywhere from being a green-light, it would be very difficult for it go to green without going to red at certain points of the film. Thank You for Your Service attempts to create a strong, interesting message that executes pretty rough. Depending on the result, it mayIf this film were to go anywhere from being a green-light, it would be very difficult for it go to green without going to red at certain points of the film. Thank You for Your Service attempts to create a strong, interesting message that executes pretty rough. Depending on the result, it may or may not be worth a second watch.… Expand

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henryknox

Nov 12, 2017

I have trouble getting past the fact that Amy Schumer is in this movie. How can I watch a movie with such an extremist appearing? This is a huge problem with most movies.

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