A new war film that has received universal acclaim from fans has just broken a huge streaming record for Prime Video
A fresh wartime drama set during the Second World War, praised by viewers as a “masterpiece”, is now available for streaming in the UK. The Tank (2025) takes place in 1943 and chronicles the fictional German five-man crew of a Tiger Tank dispatched on a perilous rescue operation behind enemy lines on the Eastern Front.
However, their already hazardous objective becomes increasingly complex due to the amphetamines the soldiers are taking – a widespread practice amongst German troops serving under Adolf Hitler’s Nazi regime. David Schütter portrays Lieutenant Philip Gerkins in this gritty and unconventional approach to the war genre.
The production, known as Der Tiger in Germany, was helmed by Dennis Gansel, who collaborated on the screenplay with Colin Teevan. After its release on 2nd January, it has now become Prime Video’s most-streamed German film of all time.
It has also reached the top position in 28 Prime Video countries and is the first German film produced by the platform to be released in cinemas before streaming.
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One viewer on IMDb commented: “Mind blowing. Must watch. It’s really difficult to describe without getting into spoiler territory. All I’ll say is that things are not what they seem.
“Excellent anti-war film while being diabolically entertaining. Get off your phone and computer and pick up the damn TV remote. You need to watch this now”, reports the Express.
Another remarked: “The Tiger doesn’t just entertain, it pulls you in completely. Easily one of the most gripping and emotionally charged films I’ve seen recently.”
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Some viewers questioned the plausibility of the premise and expressed dissatisfaction with the conclusion. However, others praised the unconventional emphasis on the soldiers’ psychological state, finding the film’s finale effective, and suggested that those disappointed may have anticipated a more action-packed thriller.
One enthusiastic fan commented: “What a treat. Watch and enjoy. I applaud everyone involved in making this movie. Well done. Once you have seen it you can never forget it.
“Everything from the writing to direction, camera work, sound etc are stunning. I understand the people who thought it was a normal war movie may have been a bit stunned but this is far more than that.”
A third viewer stated: “Although many other reviewers say the ending was lacking or was a bad plot twist I think it was the best one they could do.
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“It is my belief that those that are dissatisfied with the ending failed to think upon it and were expecting a dopamine rushing action.
“But actually the ending gives us a dopamine rushing thought process of the past, actions taken and many regrets. It focused on a man being haunted by his past and trying to cope with it.”
The film carries a 15 certificate and features violence, injury detail, threat, and distressing scenes – viewer discretion is therefore advised.
The Tank is available for streaming on Prime Video.
