Movie

Words of War

“In a world silenced by fear, her truth was unstoppable.”

★ 6.7(32)20251h 57m

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Good to know

Director: James Strong
Release date: 2025-05-02
Runtime: 1h 57m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: BuzzFeed Studios

Words of War — trailer

About Words of War

Words of War is a 2025 movie in the Drama and Thriller genres, directed by James Strong, starring Maxine Peake, Ciarán Hinds and Jason Isaacs. It has a runtime of 1 hour 57 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 32 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Words of War in New Zealand — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

World-renowned journalist and human rights activist Anna Politkovskaya went from being a local print journalist to braving the Chechen killing fields and exposing Russian state corruption under Vladimir Putin. She refused to give up reporting on the war in Chechnya despite numerous acts of intimidation and violence, including being poisoned. She was ultimately murdered in the elevator of her block of flats and it remains unclear who paid for the contract killing.

Cast

Maxine Peake

Anna Politkovskaya

Ciarán Hinds

Dmitry Muratov

Jason Isaacs

Sacha

Naomi Battrick

Vera Politkovskaya

Harry Lawtey

Ilya

Ellie Bamber

Elena

Ben Miles

Yuri Schekochikhin

Ian Hart

Lt. Col. Egorov

Oliver Maltman

Nestor

Agni Scott

Natalya Estemirova

Sophie Simnett

Nina

Fady Elsayed

Anzor

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Words of War in New Zealand?+

Words of War is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in New Zealand. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Words of War on Netflix?+

Words of War is not on Netflix in New Zealand right now.

How long is Words of War?+

Words of War has a runtime of 1 hour 57 minutes (117 minutes).

Who stars in Words of War?+

Words of War stars Maxine Peake, Ciarán Hinds, Jason Isaacs, Naomi Battrick and Harry Lawtey.

When did Words of War come out?+

Words of War is a 2025 movie directed by James Strong.

What genre is Words of War?+

Words of War is Drama and Thriller film.

Who directed Words of War?+

Words of War was directed by James Strong.