King and Country

Go ahead... kill him - you're the only friend he has!

1964 • 85 min • War · Drama

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Synopsis

During World War I, Army Private Arthur James Hamp is accused of desertion during battle. The officer assigned to defend him at his court-martial, Captain Hargreaves, finds out there is more to the case than meets the eye.

Our family guide

Best from age 13

Movie Knight Score

65 reviews

71 Audience · 65 · 100%

During World War I, a private faces a court-martial for desertion. His defending officer uncovers deeper truths behind the accusation, exploring themes of duty and morality amidst the brutal realities of war.

Violence & peril: 6/10
Language: 3/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 3/10
Romance & sensuality: 1/10
Scary moments: 5/10

Heads up

Discussions of war trauma
Intense courtroom drama
Implied violence and death

What it models well

Duty and responsibility
Empathy and understanding
Moral courage

Talk about it after

The pressures of war and mental health
Military justice vs. individual circumstances
The definition of courage

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