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Gerard Butler's 'Kandahar' Sparks Mixed Reviews on Netflix

8/26/2025

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"Kandahar," featuring Gerard Butler, is available for streaming on Netflix in the U.S.
The film depicts Butler's character, Tom Harris, a CIA operative confronting moral dilemmas in Afghanistan.
Critics have mixed opinions, but Butler's performance and the film's direction have appealed to audiences.
The film's reception has contributed to its popularity on streaming platforms.

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Story summary

"Kandahar," featuring Gerard Butler, is available for streaming on Netflix in the U.S.
The film depicts Butler's character, Tom Harris, a CIA operative confronting moral dilemmas in Afghanistan.
Critics have mixed opinions, but Butler's performance and the film's direction have appealed to audiences.
The film's reception has contributed to its popularity on streaming platforms.