Major Payne is a comedy film loosely based on the 1955 film The Private War of Major Benson. Directed by Nick Castle, the film follows Major Benson Winifred Payne, who faces many challenges while adapting to civilian life after getting an honorable release from the military. His former commander helps him to get back into the military.
Here’s how you can watch and stream Major Payne via streaming services such as Starz.
Is Major Payne available to watch via streaming?
Yes, Major Payne is available to watch via streaming on Starz.
The film centers on Major Benson Winifred Payne, an esteemed marine who is honorably discharged from the military. However, he faces many challenges while trying to adapt to a new civilian life. His former commander helps him to take on a new role in the military. Payne is tasked with training and leading a group of misfit JROTC cadets. He navigates through several ups and downs as he takes on this challenging role.
The cast members of the movie include Damon Wayans as Major Benson Winifred Payne, Karyn Parsons as Emily Walburn, William Hickey as Dr. Phillips, Steven Martini as Cadet Alex J. Stone, Michael Ironside as Lieutenant Colonel Stone, and more.
Watch Major Payne streaming via Starz
Major Payne is available to watch on Starz. Starz is a premium American subscription plan that provides viewers access to blockbuster entertainment options.
You can watch via Starz by following these steps:
- Go to Starz.com’s sign-up page.
- Select either the six-month plan or the monthly plan
- The standard rate for the six-month plan is $46, excluding any special offers
- The standard for the monthly plan is $9.99 per month, excluding any special offers
Starz is also available as a Prime Video Channel, meaning that subscribers to the Amazon Prime Video service can also receive discounted access to Starz. The discounts offered vary throughout the year. You can sign up here.
Major Payne’s synopsis is as follows:
“Major Benson Winifred Payne is being discharged from the Marines. Payne is a killin’ machine, but the wars of the world are no longer fought on the battlefield. A career Marine, he has no idea what to do as a civilian, so his commander finds him a job – commanding officer of a local school’s JROTC program, a bunch of ragtag losers with no hope.”
NOTE: The streaming services listed above are subject to change. The information provided was correct at the time of writing.