Lucky Strike

Lucky Strike

One man's fight to survive.

R 2026 · 102 min · ★ 6.7 · Action, War

A wounded American soldier fights to survive behind enemy lines during WWII's Battle of the Bulge against the Germans, relying on his instinct, spy craft and a hand-radio to evade capture and find his way back to his unit.

Directed by Rod Lurie · Written by Rod Lurie

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