Saving Private Ryan
Tom Hanks, Matt Damon, Tom Sizemore
Following the Normandy Landings, a group of U.S. soldiers go behind enemy lines to retrieve a paratrooper whose comrades have been killed in action.
Why you'll love it
Known for its realistic depiction of World War II battles, particularly the D-Day invasion, showcasing the brutality of war.
Full Metal Jacket
Matthew Modine, R. Lee Ermey, Vincent D'Onofrio
A pragmatic U.S. Marine observes the dehumanizing effects the Vietnam War has on his fellow recruits from their brutal boot camp training to the bloody street fighting in Hue.
Why you'll love it
A gritty portrayal of the Vietnam War, focusing on the experiences of soldiers and the psychological effects of combat.
1917
Dean-Charles Chapman, George MacKay, Daniel Mays
April 6th, 1917. As an infantry battalion assembles to wage war deep in enemy territory, two soldiers are assigned to race against time and deliver a message that will stop 1,600 men from walking straight into a deadly trap.
Why you'll love it
A World War I film that follows two soldiers on a mission to save a battalion, known for its continuous shot technique and intense action.
Black Hawk Down
Josh Hartnett, Ewan McGregor, Tom Sizemore
The story of one hundred and sixty elite U.S. soldiers who dropped into Mogadishu in October 1993 to capture two top lieutenants of a renegade warlord, but found themselves in a desperate battle with a large force of heavily armed...
Why you'll love it
Based on a true story, it depicts a U.S. military mission in Somalia that goes awry, highlighting the chaos of urban warfare.
American Sniper
Bradley Cooper, Sienna Miller, Kyle Gallner
Navy S.E.A.L. sniper Chris Kyle's pinpoint accuracy saves countless lives on the battlefield and turns him into a legend. Back home with his family after four tours of duty, however, Chris finds that it is the war he can't leave b...
Why you'll love it
A biographical war drama that follows the life of a Navy SEAL sniper, exploring the impact of war on soldiers and their families.