Land of Bad

A Delta Force extraction goes wrong, leaving a small team stranded deep in hostile territory. From a distant control room, Air Force drone pilot Reaper has just 48 hours to turn a botched operation into a rescue. With ground troops unarmed and cut off from command, the only advantage is the unmanned aircraft overhead and Reaper's ability to provide surveillance and limited strikes. As enemy patrols close in and communication breaks down, what starts as a quick retrieval becomes a tense battle for survival. The soldiers on the ground and the operator above have to improvise under pressure while racing the clock, knowing there are no easy options and every decision can cost lives and every choice carries lasting consequences.

Land of Bad was released in 2024, directed by William Eubank and written by David Frigerio, starring Liam Hemsworth, Russell Crowe, Luke Hemsworth, Ricky Whittle, and Milo Ventimiglia, with a focus on tense, grounded action and practical stunt work throughout.

Audiences rated the film about 7.3 out of 10 based on 1,395 user votes, suggesting it's a generally favorable viewer response. Reviews highlighted its tight tactical sequences and practical action, and discussion often centered on the ethics of remote warfare, command pressure at a distance, and bonds between soldiers, as well.

The drone-centered viewpoint and stripped-down combat scenes got attention for putting remote operators front and center. It prompted conversations about how technology changes accountability in war, and several sequences were noted for their gritty, hands-on stunt work rather than CGI. Veteran commentators discussed its procedural detail and strain on units.

It opened theatrically and delivered modest commercial results, later finding additional viewers through digital rentals and streaming windows, and building a steady audience among action and military-thriller fans rather than mainstream crowd-pleasers, who appreciated its tactical realism and stripped-down approach.