47 Films About the War in Afghanistan
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A WarMovie · 2015 · 115m · Drama, WarIn Helmand, Afghanistan, company commander Claus Michael Pedersen and his unit face constant danger. Back home in Denmark, Claus' wife Maria struggles to raise their three children while he's at war. During a routine mission, the soldiers are ambushed by intense Taliban fire. To protect his men, Claus makes a choice that leads to his return to Denmark and accusations of a war crime.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.6 - 2
September 11Movie · 2002 · 134m · DramaA collection of short films exploring stories connected to the events of September 11th at the World Trade Center.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.4 - 3
Guy Ritchie's The CovenantMovie · 2023 · 123m · War, Action, ThrillerIn Afghanistan during wartime, a local interpreter puts himself in danger to transport a wounded sergeant over difficult ground.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.7 - 4
Hyena RoadMovie · 2015 · 120m · War, Drama, ThrillerThe film follows three men in distinct environments, each experiencing war differently. Their paths converge in the complex and morally ambiguous landscape of modern conflict, specifically within the Canadian Army's deployment in Afghanistan. It’s a dramatic examination of the war, revealing that appearances are often deceptive.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.8 - 5
The Hamburg CellMovie · 2004 · 106mThis film offers a fictionalized portrayal of the individuals involved in the September 11th attacks.IMDb 6.9TMDB 5.3 - 6
Carte BlancheMovie · 2007 · 102m · Comedy, Drama, HistoryA Texas congressman joins forces with a CIA operative to secretly support Afghan rebels who are fighting against the Soviet Union, setting off a chain of unforeseen consequences.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.5 - 7
Special ForcesMovie · 2011 · 109m · Action, Drama, WarIn Afghanistan, war correspondent Elsa Casanova is captured by the Taliban. As her execution nears, a Special Forces team is sent to rescue her. The team pursues her through challenging terrain, facing determined kidnappers who won't let her go. The soldiers risk everything to bring her home safely. This strong woman and the dedicated men are forced into perilous situations that create deep emotional, violent, and intimate connections between them.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.7 - 8
TorbaazMovie · 2020 · 132m · DramaIn an Afghan refugee camp, a former army doctor tries to uplift the children with cricket, but quickly discovers the game involves more than just fun and games.IMDb 5.3TMDB 7.5 - 9
The American DreamMovie · 2011 · 80mTwo best friends from Los Angeles, Luis and Ronald, film their final 36 hours together before leaving for Afghanistan. One hundred days before Obama's inauguration, they enlist in the Marines, hoping to navigate the challenges of becoming men. Luis dreams of filmmaking, while Ronald wants to travel and start a family. Through Luis’s video camera, they document their friends, family, and the places that define them – a way to remember who they are and where they're from. In their final moments before deployment, they record their journey home. They soon discover that their hopes for the future are insignificant in the face of war.IMDb 5.5TMDB 3.0 - 10
BrothersMovie · 2009 · 105m · Drama, Thriller, WarDuring his fourth deployment in Afghanistan, Marine Sam Cahill's helicopter crashes, and he is presumed dead. His brother Tommy returns home to care for Sam’s wife, Grace, and their two children. Sam's unexpected return disrupts their lives and creates chaos at home.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.3 - 11
The Wakhan FrontMovie · 2015 · 100m · Drama, Fantasy, WarAfghanistan, 2014. With troop withdrawal imminent, Captain Antarès Bonassieu and his squad are tasked with a surveillance mission in the remote Wakhan Valley, bordering Pakistan. Despite their resolve, maintaining control of the isolated area proves increasingly difficult. Then, one night, soldiers start vanishing without explanation.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.3 - 12
Afghan LukeMovie · 2011 · 100mAfter his story about Canadian snipers potentially mutilating bodies in Afghanistan is rejected, Luke (Nick Stahl) quits his job and resolves to return to Afghanistan to uncover the truth. His unconventional friend Tom (Nicolas Wright) joins him, and they travel back to Afghanistan determined to gather evidence for publication. However, they discover the country is now even more dangerous than before. Adding to their difficulties, their former contact, Mateen (Stephen Lobo), has been hired by Luke's rival, Imran Sahar (Vik Sahay). Luke and Tom's trip transforms into a surreal and dangerous adventure amidst the conflict.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.1 - 13
The Kill TeamMovie · 2019 · 87m · War, Action, DramaDuring the US invasion of Afghanistan, young soldier Andrew Briggman confronts a difficult moral choice when he witnesses violent acts committed by his fellow soldiers under the command of a cruel Sergeant. As his platoon grows increasingly paranoid about a possible traitor, Andrew fears for his own safety. This is a dramatization based on actual events.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.5 - 14
Lions for LambsMovie · 2007 · 92m · Action, Adventure, DramaThe film unfolds in real time, spanning ninety minutes and weaving together three separate narratives. A Republican Senator, vying for the presidency, gives a lengthy interview to a journalist, revealing his plan for success in Afghanistan. Simultaneously, a pair of special forces soldiers, ambushed in the Afghan mountains, wait for rescue as the Taliban advances. At the same time, a political science professor in California reaches out to a student, encouraging them to reconsider their involvement in the conflict.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.0 - 15
The OutpostMovie · 2020 · 123m · War, Drama, HistoryDeep in the Afghan mountains, a small group of American soldiers stationed at Combat Outpost Keating fights for survival when they are attacked by a massive, coordinated Taliban force. The Battle of Kamdesh, in 2009, was the deadliest battle for U.S. troops in Afghanistan to date and earned Bravo Troop 3-61 CAV recognition as one of the most decorated units of the long war.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.9 - 16
BrothersMovie · 2004 · 117m · Drama, WarMichael, a Danish officer, is deployed to Afghanistan for a three-month mission with the International Security Assistance Force. His initial task is to locate a young radar technician who had become separated from his unit. During the search, Michael's helicopter is shot down, and he is captured by the enemy. Tragically, his family is later informed that he has died.IMDb 7.5TMDB 6.8 - 17
12 StrongMovie · 2018 · 130m · War, Drama, ActionFollowing the September 11th attacks, a team of elite soldiers is deployed to Afghanistan on a mission to dismantle the Taliban.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3 - 18
Rescue Under FireMovie · 2017 · 93m · WarA medical helicopter crew is caught in an accident while assisting U.S. and UN troops in Afghanistan under Spanish command. The Spanish army has just one night to rescue the crew and the wounded, but the operation quickly turns into a desperate fight for survival when they are ordered to save the helicopter too. As night falls, a large number of Taliban fighters begin to surround them.IMDb 6.2TMDB 6.8 - 19
War DogsMovie · 2016 · 114m · Comedy, Crime, DramaThis is the true story of David Packouz and Efraim Diveroli, two young men who secured a $300 million deal with the Pentagon to supply weapons to American allies in Afghanistan.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 20
JirgaMovie · 2018 · 78mAgainst a backdrop of perilous circumstances, *Jirga* portrays the heartfelt journey of an Australian veteran seeking redemption in Afghanistan.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.7 - 21
Fort BlissMovie · 2014 · 116m · War, DramaFollowing a long deployment in Afghanistan, a highly decorated U.S. Army medic and a single mother finds it difficult to reconnect with her young son.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4 - 22
WorthMovie · 2021 · 118m · History, DramaKenneth Feinberg, a prominent Washington lawyer, is appointed Special Master of the 9/11 Fund. He navigates the challenges of managing government funds, battling cynicism, bureaucratic hurdles, and political pressures. Through this work, he comes to understand the value of human life.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 23
Day OneMovie · 2015 · 25mArriving in Afghanistan for her first assignment, a US Army interpreter is compelled to transport the child of an enemy bomb-maker.IMDb 6.8TMDB 5.6 - 24
Good KillMovie · 2015 · 104m · Drama, Thriller, WarTom Egan, a former Air Force pilot, now conducts drone strikes against the Taliban from a Nevada bunker after six tours of duty. He longs to fly again, but the increasing toll of his work – and the unintended consequences of his actions – takes a heavy emotional toll, straining his marriage.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.0 - 25
Dear JohnMovie · 2010 · 108m · Drama, Romance, WarDuring a two-week leave from Germany, Sergeant John Tyree meets Savannah when he rescues her purse from falling off a pier. He quickly falls in love with her, and she promises to write to him while he's deployed overseas.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.8 - 26
World Trade CenterMovie · 2006 · 129m · Drama, History, ThrillerDuring the September 11th, 2001 attacks, two police officers find themselves trapped under the debris of the World Trade Center and fight for survival.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.1 - 27
At Five in the AfternoonMovie · 2003 · 105mNogreh, a young Afghan woman, lives with her father and sister-in-law, Leylomah, whose husband Akhtar has disappeared. Leylomah is primarily worried about feeding her baby, unable to produce milk due to her own hunger. Nogreh dreams of a life in a Western democracy. Though the Taliban are gone, traditional influences remain strong in Afghanistan. She subtly defies tradition, for example, by wearing Western-style shoes under her burqa. Mostly, she desires education and secretly attends a secular girls' school. Her ultimate ambition is to become President of Afghanistan. With the support of a Pakistani refugee who admires her, Nogreh seeks to understand the factors that drive elections in other countries, hoping to apply those same principles to her own political aspirations.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.4 - 28
Blood StripeMovie · 2016 · 92mFollowing her third deployment to Afghanistan, a Marine sergeant returns home struggling with overwhelming anxiety and paranoia stemming from invisible wounds.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.0 - 29
Man DownMovie · 2015 · 90m · Thriller, Drama, WarA U.S. Marine returning from Afghanistan discovers his hometown is as troubled as the war zone he left behind. He and his close friend begin a desperate search for his missing wife and son. During their search, they encounter a man with crucial information about his family.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.0 - 30
Cigarette SoupMovie · 2017 · 108mAfghanistan, 2006. A young journalist eager to make his mark gets a significant opportunity: he's embedded with a small unit of American soldiers.IMDb 3.4TMDB 5.8 - 31
LandMovie · 2018 · 111mThe Yellow Eagle family, Native Americans living on the Prairie Wolf Indian Reservation, learn that their youngest son, Floyd, has died while serving in the military in Afghanistan. They then begin the difficult process of arranging for his body to be returned to the Reservation for burial.IMDb 6.6TMDB 5.8 - 32
Le MilitaireMovie · 2014 · 80mIn Montreal, a former French soldier haunted by his time in Afghanistan lives a solitary life. The trauma of his past war experiences shapes his relationships with women, leading him down a difficult path.IMDb 8.4TMDB 8.3 - 33
The StopoverMovie · 2016 · 102m · Drama, WarAfter serving in Afghanistan, two young female soldiers, Aurore and Marine, are granted a three-day decompression leave with their unit at a luxurious resort in Cyprus, surrounded by vacationers. However, escaping the war and its violence proves more difficult than anticipated.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.3 - 34
Whiskey Tango FoxtrotMovie · 2016 · 112m · Comedy, Drama, WarIn 2002, cable news producer Kim Barker takes a risky assignment in Kabul, Afghanistan, disrupting her predictable American life. Thrust into a chaotic war zone, Barker finds unexpected support in Tanya Vanderpoel, a seasoned journalist who guides her. Navigating the complexities of militants, warlords, and the city's nightlife, Barker uncovers the essential elements for thriving as a correspondent.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3 - 35
KajakiMovie · 2014 · 108m · Thriller, War, AdventureBritish soldiers stationed at the Kajaki Dam launch a mission to find and assist a three-person team. The team is in trouble after an injury sustained by one member as a result of a landmine explosion.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.6 - 36
Lone SurvivorMovie · 2013 · 121m · War, Action, DramaFour Navy SEALs undertake a secret mission in the Afghan mountains to eliminate a key Taliban leader. The mission forces them to face a difficult moral choice, which then leads them into an ambush by the enemy. Facing overwhelming danger, the SEALs must draw on their inner strength to survive.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4 - 37
Kamp HollandMovie · 2016 · 78mFollowing a roadside bomb attack on their convoy in Afghanistan, a Dutch soldier shoots a suspect Afghan. This act triggers a series of significant events that deeply affect the lives of everyone who initially survived the attack.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.9 - 38
Zero Dark ThirtyMovie · 2012 · 157m · Thriller, DramaThis film chronicles the ten-year pursuit of al-Qaeda terrorist leader Osama bin Laden following the September 11, 2001 attacks, culminating in his death at the hands of Navy SEAL Team Six in May 2011.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0 - 39
Conduct UnbecomingMovie · 2011 · 100mMarine Nick Dodd faces charges for the deaths of multiple civilians in Afghanistan. This leads to a military court-martial.IMDb 6.0 - 40
United 93Movie · 2006 · 111m · Drama, History, ThrillerThis film recounts the events of United Flight 93 on September 11th, 2001. The plane was hijacked by terrorists and crashed in Shanksville, Pennsylvania after passengers fought back, preventing the hijackers from reaching their intended target. The story unfolds in real-time, documenting the unfolding crisis.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.1 - 41
Rock the KasbahMovie · 2015 · 100m · Comedy, Music, WarA struggling music producer gets a chance to revive his career working with a gifted young singer in Afghanistan. But his opportunity is threatened when a jealous former partner tries to sabotage the girl's success.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.4 - 42
The MauritanianMovie · 2021 · 129m · Drama, ThrillerThis is the true story of Mohamedou Ould Slahi, a Mauritanian man held at the U.S. military's Guantanamo Bay detention center for more than ten years without being charged. He worked with a defense attorney to try and secure his release.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4 - 43
The PatrolMovie · 2013 · 85mIn 2006, Helmand Province, Afghanistan transforms into a highly dangerous zone with the arrival of the British Army in the Taliban's core territory. Operation Herrick becomes representative of the conflict, as British soldiers face a difficult fight against an elusive adversary.IMDb 4.3TMDB 4.3 - 44
Red SnowMovie · 2019 · 100mRed Snow is a dramatic adventure about Dylan, a Gwich'in soldier from the Canadian Arctic, who is captured and interrogated by a Taliban Commander in Afghanistan. This triggers a flood of memories about his Inuit cousin, Asana – their shared love and her death. Dylan finds himself increasingly connected to a Pashtun family as they flee together through dangerous terrain and a blizzard, which ultimately becomes essential for their survival.IMDb 4.8TMDB 5.3 - 45
Inbetween WorldsMovie · 2014 · 98mJesper, a soldier in the German army, begins a new deployment in Afghanistan. His unit's mission is to provide security for a village facing threats from the Taliban.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4 - 46
War MachineMovie · 2017 · 122m · Comedy, Drama, WarA driven rock star general plunges into the intricate world of modern warfare as he pursues a seemingly insurmountable victory in Afghanistan. Inspired by the true story of General Stanley McChrystal.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.6 - 47
Opium WarMovie · 2008 · 90mTwo American soldiers crash their helicopter in the Afghan desert and must survive the harsh environment. They are taken in by a diverse family of Afghan opium farmers, finding themselves dependent on them for survival.IMDb 6.0TMDB 5.7
