The Messenger 2009

As Will Montgomery, a battle-weary soldier, returns from Iraq, he's assigned to deliver life-altering news to grieving families through the Army's Casualty Notification service. Alongside partner Tony Stone, Will navigates the heavy burden of his mission while searching for solace on the home front. But when he encounters Olivia, whose world has been shattered by loss, Will's emotional armor begins to crack, revealing a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the human spirit.

As Will Montgomery, a battle-weary soldier, returns from Iraq, he's assigned to deliver life-altering news to grieving families through the Army's Casualty Notification service. Alongside partner Tony Stone, Will navigates the heavy burden of his mission while searching for solace on the home front. But when he encounters Olivia, whose world has been shattered by loss, Will's emotional armor begins to crack, revealing a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the human spirit.

Does The Messenger have end credit scenes?

No!

The Messenger does not have end credit scenes.

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Metacritic

77

Metascore

7.0

User Score

IMDb

7.1 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

67

%

User Score

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82nd Academy Awards 2010

Woody Harrelson
Nomination

Actor in a Supporting Role

Woody Harrelson
Nomination

Writing (Original Screenplay)

15th Critics' Choice Awards 2010

Woody Harrelson
Nomination

Best Supporting Actor

Woody Harrelson
Samantha Morton
Nomination

Best Supporting Actress

Samantha Morton

16th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards 2010

Woody Harrelson
Nomination

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role

Woody Harrelson

67th Golden Globe Awards 2010

Woody Harrelson
Nomination

Best Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama, Musical or Comedy

Woody Harrelson

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