Best WWII Movies: From Heroes to Heartbreak, Epic Battles to Personal Struggles
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The Edge of LoveMovie · 2008 · 110m · Drama, History, RomanceWelsh poet Dylan Thomas and his wife Caitlin arrive in war-torn London, unexpectedly encountering Dylan's childhood friend Vera. Vera is happy to see Dylan after all these years, but becomes captivated by a charming officer, William Killick. She finds herself caught between the sincere affection of her new love and Dylan's alluring personality.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.2 - 102
The Boy in the Striped PyjamasMovie · 2008 · 94m · Drama, War, HistoryWhen Bruno's family relocates from Berlin to a new house in Poland, he befriends Shmuel, a boy living beyond a fence who wears striped pajamas. Unaware of Shmuel's situation as a Jewish prisoner or his father's role in it, Bruno ventures into the camp.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.8 - 103
Farewell My ConcubineMovie · 1993 · 171m · DramaIn 1924 Peking, two young boys meet at a prestigious opera school. Their friendship blossoms as they navigate the world of music and performance. Over the following decades, their bond endures despite China's turbulent history – including war and revolution. The film explores how their unwavering loyalty shapes their lives and remains strong through profound historical events, in a story about love, friendship, and perseverance.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.9 - 104
The Last FrontierMovie · 2020 · 130m · War, Drama, HistoryIn October 1941, cadets from Podolsk made a heroic stand outside Moscow. Sent to the Ilyinsky line to fight alongside the Soviet 43rd Army, they desperately defended against the German advance until reinforcements could arrive. Vastly outnumbered, the young men fought for nearly two weeks, sacrificing their lives to slow the powerful German forces approaching the city. Approximately 3,500 cadets and their officers were deployed to hold the final line of defense outside Moscow, where most remained.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.6 - 105
Nazis at the Center of the EarthMovie · 2012 · 90mWhile conducting research in Antarctica, a team is abducted by masked soldiers and transported to a secret continent deep within the Earth. They discover a group of surviving Nazi soldiers who are planning an invasion of Earth to restore the Third Reich.IMDb 3.1TMDB 3.1 - 106
The People vs. Fritz BauerMovie · 2015 · 105m · History, Drama, MysterySet in late 1950s Germany, a nation prospering economically but increasingly avoiding its Nazi past, Fritz Bauer relentlessly pursues justice for the Third Reich's crimes. He receives a letter from Argentina claiming a daughter is involved with Adolf Eichmann's son. Believing this could be a crucial breakthrough and wary of a compromised German legal system, Bauer travels to Jerusalem to collaborate with Mossad, Israel's secret service. This act of collaboration is considered treason, but Bauer sees it as the only way to truly serve his country.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8 - 107
AtonementMovie · 2007 · 123m · Drama, RomanceA young girl's accusation against her older sister's lover sets off a chain of events that profoundly alters the lives of those involved.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.6 - 108
EnigmaMovie · 2001 · 119m · Mystery, Drama, ThrillerThis is the story of the World War II effort to decipher the Enigma machine, the device used by the Germans to encrypt communications with their U-boats.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3 - 109
In This Corner of the WorldMovie · 2016 · 130m · Drama, Animation, RomanceJapan, 1943, World War II. Young Suzu journeys from her village near Hiroshima to Kure, a naval port, to marry and live with her husband's family. Her resourcefulness blossoms as she adapts to a life of hardship, quickly becoming essential to her household. Drawing on inherited wisdom, Suzu infuses the ordinary moments of daily life with artistry and grace. Despite facing numerous challenges – loss, wartime dangers, and constant air raids – her spirit remains unbroken.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.9 - 110
Expedition AmeliaMovie · 2019 · 95mExplorer Robert Ballard journeys to the remote Pacific atoll of Nikumaroro with a team of specialists, determined to unravel the mystery surrounding Amelia Earhart's disappearance and locate her final resting place.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8 - 111
A Bridge Too FarMovie · 1977 · 175m · Drama, History, WarOperation Market Garden is a historical drama about a major World War II campaign by the Allies. The goal was to quickly end the war by capturing three key bridges in Holland, opening a path into Germany across the Rhine. Despite the soldiers' bravery and determination, the campaign failed due to inaccurate information and strong resistance from German armored units. The film portrays the intense fighting, courage, and sacrifices made by soldiers on both sides during this critical time, offering a look at the unpredictable nature of war.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 112
The Sound of MusicMovie · 1965 · 174m · Drama, Family, MusicSet in an Austrian abbey just before World War II, the film follows a lively young postulant who becomes a governess to the seven children of a widowed naval officer. She brings energy and a love of music to their home, transforming their lives. Against the backdrop of growing war, her enthusiasm and the power of music create a heartwarming story that stays with you.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.7 - 113
The Last WitnessMovie · 2018 · 97m · History, ThrillerA driven young journalist discovers the shocking truth about the 1944 massacre of 22,000 Polish officers – a tragedy deliberately concealed for decades.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.8 - 114
TV totalMovie · 2004 · 84m · Comedy, WarA team of American filmmakers working on a World War II movie chooses a military veteran to play Winston Churchill because their original actor wasn't considered suitable. Their version of the war story features a charismatic Churchill falling for Princess Elizabeth, who is secretly working as an undercover agent during the conflict.IMDb 4.9TMDB 5.2 - 115
The Eternal ZeroMovie · 2013 · 144m · War, Drama, ActionTwo siblings discover their biological grandfather was a kamikaze pilot who perished in World War II. As they investigate his past, they encounter differing stories from his former fellow pilots regarding his personality and the circumstances of his entry into the squadron.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 116
The Imitation GameMovie · 2014 · 113m · History, Drama, ThrillerThis film tells the true story of Alan Turing, a brilliant cryptanalyst, and his team at Bletchley Park. During World War II, they raced against time to break the enemy's codes.IMDb 8.0TMDB 8.0 - 117
The KeeperMovie · 2018 · 114m · Drama, War, HistoryThis is the true story of Bert Trautmann, a German goalkeeper who became a British hero. Trautmann's passion for football, his adopted country of England, and his wife Margaret fueled his remarkable journey. In 1956, playing for Manchester City, he famously won the FA Cup Final while suffering a broken neck, captivating everyone with his courage and skill. His triumph earned him respect even from those who had initially viewed him with suspicion.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.4 - 118
Forever EnthralledMovie · 2008 · 146mThis is the story of Mei Lanfang, a performer who defied societal prejudice against artists in 1930s China to rise to become the nation's most celebrated opera star.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.3 - 119
The Last PrincessMovie · 2016 · 126m · Action, Drama, HistoryDuring Japan's oppressive colonial rule, Deok-hye, the last Princess of the Joseon Dynasty, is sent to Japan. She longs for home while trying to hold onto her royal dignity. After several unsuccessful attempts, Deok-hye finally tries to return to Korea with the assistance of her childhood sweetheart, Jang-han.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.7 - 120
The Song of NamesMovie · 2019 · 114m · Drama, MusicA man embarks on a quest to find his childhood best friend, a gifted Polish violinist who lost his family in the Holocaust and disappeared decades ago. He vanished the night before his debut concert.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.7 - 121
A Call to SpyMovie · 2020 · 124m · History, Crime, DramaVera Atkins, a skilled recruiter, recruits two of the first women for Churchill's clandestine organization: Virginia Hall, a courageous American who overcomes a disability, and Noor Inayat Khan, a pacifist. These civilian women forge an unexpected bond as they undertake perilous missions to influence the war's outcome.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.8 - 122
Battlefield Death TalesMovie · 2012 · 87mSet against the backdrop of World War II, this film weaves together three distinct narratives. One follows a soldier undertaking a perilous, self-destructive mission. Another centers on a fractured family harboring a terrifying presence within their bomb shelter. The third features a paranormal investigator facing her most hazardous case to date.IMDb 2.6TMDB 3.2 - 123
BelowMovie · 2002 · 105m · Thriller, Horror, MysteryDuring World War II, the submarine USS Tiger Shark is on a routine rescue mission in the dark, silent sea. However, the shell-shocked crew, confined within the ship's tight spaces, begins to experience terrifying sensory delusions, mental distortions, and overwhelming fears. Their journey becomes a descent into the hidden depths of their own minds.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 124
Our Time Will ComeMovie · 2017 · 130mDuring Japanese occupation of Hong Kong, a schoolteacher and her fiancé join forces with Chinese guerrillas, charting their own course toward liberation.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.0 - 125
Onoda: 10,000 Nights in the JungleMovie · 2021 · 167m · Drama, Adventure, WarJapan, 1944. Hiroo Onoda, a 22-year-old trained intelligence operative, encounters a dissenting philosophy: survive at all costs; do not commit suicide; the mission takes precedence over everything. He is dispatched to Lubang, a Philippine island where American forces are preparing to land. His task: to fight a guerrilla war until the Japanese troops return. But the Empire will surrender within ten thousand days.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.1 - 126
Beyond Valkyrie: Dawn of the 4th ReichMovie · 2016 · 100m · Action, War, HistoryThis intense World War II thriller follows an Allied special ops team tasked with rescuing Adolf Hitler after the failed Operation Valkyrie. When the mission goes wrong, the team must now join forces with unlikely allies to prevent a group of Nazi officers from escaping to Argentina and rebuilding the Third Reich.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.4 - 127
Escape to AthenaMovie · 1979 · 125m · Adventure, Comedy, WarDuring World War II, prisoners in a German camp on a Greek island unite by their desire for freedom and a legend of hidden treasure. They begin a dangerous quest for independence and wealth, believing an invaluable secret lies within a monastery atop the island's highest mountain – a path to a new life. Facing obstacles and war's harsh realities, the prisoners struggle forward, questioning the meaning of freedom and its personal value.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.7 - 128
FuryMovie · 2014 · 135m · War, Drama, ActionApril 1945. With the war in Europe nearing its end, Sergeant Wardaddy leads his five-man tank crew on a dangerous mission deep behind enemy lines. Facing overwhelming numbers and firepower, and with a new, inexperienced soldier joining them, Wardaddy and his men fight a desperate battle to strike at the core of Nazi Germany.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5 - 129
Unbroken: Path to RedemptionMovie · 2018 · 98m · DramaAfter returning to California, Zamperini married Cynthia Applewhite but struggled with severe, untreated PTSD. He was plagued by nightmares, intense anger, bitterness, and deep depression. His wife encouraged him to attend Billy Graham's 1949 Crusade.IMDb 5.8TMDB 6.7 - 130
OutpostMovie · 2008 · 90m · Action, Adventure, HorrorIn a war-torn town, scientist and businessman Hunt hires D.C., a mercenary and former Royal Marine, to build a team of veteran soldiers for protection on a risky trip into no-man's land. Their task: to survey an abandoned military bunker in Eastern Europe. The job is supposed to be straightforward – a maximum of 48 hours, with substantial payment and minimal danger. At least, that’s what he claims.IMDb 5.8TMDB 5.9 - 131
The Bridge on the River KwaiMovie · 1957 · 161m · Drama, History, WarIn World War II Burma, a unit of British prisoners of war are forced into labor by their Japanese captors to construct a crucial railway bridge for the enemy. As Allied intelligence plans to destroy the bridge, they encounter Colonel Nicholson, a commander who sees the project as a source of pride and strength amidst harsh conditions. Torn between his duty and his commitment to his men, Nicholson navigates the dangerous world of wartime alliances and betrayals, risking everything to protect both his construction and the lives of his fellow prisoners.IMDb 8.1TMDB 7.8 - 132
The Man with the Iron HeartMovie · 2017 · 120m · War, Action, HistoryIn 1942, with Nazi Germany at its strongest, Czech resistance fighters in London prepare a daring mission called Anthropoid. The plan: to assassinate Reinhard Heydrich, the brutal head of the Gestapo and the driving force behind the Nazis' plan for the Holocaust. Two young soldiers are sent to Prague for this critical task.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.6 - 133
Suite FrançaiseMovie · 2015 · 103m · Drama, Romance, WarFrance, 1940. As the Nazis occupy the country, Lucile Angellier finds herself confined by her controlling mother-in-law while anxiously awaiting news of her husband, a prisoner of war. When Parisian refugees arrive in their town, followed by German soldiers taking up residence, Lucile tries to avoid the attention of Bruno von Falk, a handsome and cultured German officer staying with them. However, a strong attraction develops between them, drawing them into the devastating realities of war.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.2 - 134
Winston Churchill: A Giant in the CenturyMovie · 2014 · 92mThis film explores the public and private life of Winston Churchill (1874-1965), a pivotal figure in European history. He was a soldier, politician, writer, and artist who led his nation through its most perilous times. A Nobel Prize laureate, Churchill became a legend and a towering presence of the 20th century.IMDb 7.7TMDB 8.0 - 135
Fat Man and Little BoyMovie · 1989 · 127m · Drama, History, WarIn the realm of top-secret government projects, General Leslie Groves leads the development of a revolutionary weapon: the atomic bomb, poised to reshape history. Groves enlists J. Robert Oppenheimer, a brilliant but unconventional scientist, as his primary collaborator.
Their collaboration is marked by personality conflicts and tension surrounding the highly classified project. Despite frequent disagreements on the design of two distinct bombs – "Fat Man" and "Little Boy" – they persevere. Overcoming challenges, they realize their shared objective unites them.
This film explores the human element of history's most impactful scientific achievement. It portrays the intense emotions and rivalry between two key figures in an event that fundamentally altered the world.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.2 - 136
Justice Society: World War IIMovie · 2021 · 84m · Animation, War, Science FictionThe Flash is unexpectedly transported to World War II and teams up with Wonder Woman and her elite organization, the Justice Society of America.IMDb 6.4TMDB 7.4 - 137
The King's ChoiceMovie · 2016 · 133m · War, Action, DramaIn April 1940, German soldiers invade Oslo, forcing the King of Norway to make a pivotal decision that will reshape his nation's future. *The King's Choice* recounts the three most critical days in Norway's past: the royal family's flight and King Haakon's agonizing choice following Nazi Germany's invasion.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 138
Air StrikeMovie · 2018 · 127m · Action, Drama, WarDuring World War II, an American pilot is dispatched to a Chinese province. His mission: to train a group of aspiring pilots in the operation of warplanes, equipping them to fight against the Japanese.IMDb 3.2TMDB 5.1 - 139
Operation ChromiteMovie · 2016 · 111m · History, Drama, WarDuring the critical Battle of Incheon in the Korean War, a group of soldiers fight.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.8 - 140
The Chinese WidowMovie · 2017 · 97m · Drama, Romance, HistoryIn 1941, the attack on Pearl Harbor devastates American morale. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, seeking to inspire hope, authorizes a bombing mission against Tokyo. After the mission, a unit of US Air Force pilots makes an emergency landing in China. Commander Jack Turner (Emilie Hirsch) survives the crash and is rescued by Ying (Crystal Liu), a local widow determined to protect him from the Japanese forces occupying the region.IMDb 6.3TMDB 7.2 - 141
Everything Is IlluminatedMovie · 2005 · 106m · Comedy, DramaA young Jewish American man seeks to find the woman who saved his grandfather during World War II. He relies on his unusual and somewhat detached relatives for help in his search, leading him to a Ukrainian village that was later destroyed by the Nazis.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.3 - 142
Amen.Movie · 2002 · 132m · Drama, HistoryKurt Gerstein, a scientist with the Waffen-SS, is horrified to learn that a deadly poison gas he helped develop is being used to murder Jews. Deeply troubled by this, Gerstein tries to expose the truth, partnering with a young Jesuit priest, Riccardo Fontana. However, their pleas for help are ignored by the Vatican.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 143
Trinity and Beyond: The Atomic Bomb MovieMovie · 1995 · 92m · Documentary, History, War"Trinity and Beyond" explores the history of nuclear weapons development from 1945 to 1963. Using newly revealed, classified footage from several countries, this documentary offers a unique look at the atomic age. Narrated by William Shatner and featuring music by the Moscow Symphony Orchestra, the film presents an honest view of the nuclear arms race, its dangers, and the science behind it. Viewers see powerful test footage and confront the reality of humanity's destructive potential and capacity for advancement in a world transformed by atomic power.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.2 - 144
Outpost: Black SunMovie · 2012 · 101m · Action, HorrorTwo investigators join forces with a Special Forces unit to enter a war zone where the military is battling a massive army of Nazi zombies. Their mission: fight through enemy territory, find the technology behind this growing threat, and stop the potential return of the 4th Reich.IMDb 4.9TMDB 5.0 - 145
Ike: Countdown to D-DayMovie · 2004 · 89m · Drama, War, HistoryThis film chronicles the high-stakes planning that led to the D-Day invasion on June 6, 1944. It follows the preparations from the moment Dwight D. Eisenhower became Supreme Allied Commander in Europe, through to the successful establishment of a beachhead in Normandy.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.4 - 146
The Good LiarMovie · 2019 · 109m · CrimeRoy, a skilled con artist, targets Betty, a wealthy widow. He plans to defraud her of her fortune. However, as Roy and Betty spend time together, the con becomes more complicated, raising the stakes for both of them.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7 - 147
The German DoctorMovie · 2013 · 90m · Drama, Thriller, HistoryIn 1960 Patagonia, a German doctor encounters an Argentinean family relocating to a new town. Welcomed into their home, the doctor is entrusted with their young daughter's care. Unbeknownst to them, he is a notorious international criminal.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5 - 148
The AftermathMovie · 2019 · 108m · War, Drama, RomanceFollowing World War II, a British colonel and his wife are stationed in Hamburg during its rebuilding. Their assignment brings them into close proximity with a German widower who shares their living space, leading to growing friction between the households.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.4 - 149
My WayMovie · 2011 · 137m · Drama, Action, HistoryA photograph of a slender Korean man in a German uniform was discovered during the Normandy invasion. The man had previously served in the armies of Japan, Russia, and Germany. This remarkable story inspired director Kang Je-Gyu to make this sweeping war film.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.9 - 150
EichmannMovie · 2007 · 100m · History, DramaThis film is based on the final confession of Adolf Eichmann, given before his execution in Israel, detailing his involvement in Hitler's plan for the "final solution."IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.0 - 151
City of Life and DeathMovie · 2009 · 132m · Drama, History, WarIn 1937, at the height of the Second Sino-Japanese War, the Imperial Japanese Army captures Nanjing, the capital of the Republic of China. What follows is the Nanking Massacre, also known as the Rape of Nanking, a six-week period during which tens of thousands of Chinese soldiers and civilians are killed.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4 - 152
ValiantMovie · 2005 · 76m · Family, Animation, AdventureIn 1944, Valiant, a woodland pigeon, dreams of heroism. Hearing about recruitment for the Royal Homing Pigeon Service, he journeys to London. He meets Bugsy, a somewhat disreputable but kind pigeon fleeing angry clients from a cheating incident, who joins him and assists in his enlistment for the war.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.6 - 153
The Last DropMovie · 2006 · 103mIn WWII-era Holland, various groups compete to locate a hidden cache of Nazi gold.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.1 - 154
A Midnight ClearMovie · 1992 · 108m · Drama, War, HistoryDuring World War II in France, American intelligence officers encounter a German platoon eager to surrender as Germany collapses. A temporary truce forms, leading to a spontaneous Christmas celebration between the opposing forces. But when their plans fall apart, the fragile peace shatters, and a violent conflict erupts. The film explores wartime sacrifice, the bonds of camaraderie, and the fight for survival as two groups of men are unexpectedly united during a pivotal holiday.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.5 - 155
The Resistance FighterMovie · 2019 · 114m · History, Action, WarThis is the true story of Jan Nowak-Jezioranski, a courier who carried vital messages between the leaders of the Polish resistance in Warsaw and those in exile in London. He races back to a besieged Warsaw to deliver crucial orders from the Polish Prime Minister to the commander of the Home Army, just before the uprising begins.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.2 - 156
Red GhostMovie · 2021 · 96m · War, Drama, HistoryDecember 30, 1941. In the fierce battle of Vyazma, a small group of Soviet soldiers finds themselves facing a superior Wehrmacht unit. They refuse to surrender, each prepared to die defending their homeland. None of them were heroes before the war. The legend of the "Red Ghost" emerged – a tale of an ordinary Soviet soldier instilling deadly fear in German troops. As one fallen hero is replaced by another, the myth of the invincible Soviet soldier takes shape. "Red Ghost" tells the story of the hope that sustained every soldier.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.9 - 157
The Crossing IIMovie · 2015 · 131m · Action, Drama, RomanceThis is a story about three couples and how their love lives become connected against the backdrop of 1940s Taiwan and Shanghai. The events surrounding the 1949 sinking of the Taiping serve as a central point for their intertwined experiences.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.4 - 158
13 MinutesMovie · 2015 · 114m · History, DramaThis is the compelling true story of Georg Elser, a man who came close to altering the course of history. In 1939, as Hitler's power reached its peak and millions were deceived, Elser – often dismissed as an assassin – was one of the most significant figures in the German resistance.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.8 - 159
Price for PeaceMovie · 2002 · 90mThis powerful film recounts the key events of World War II in the Pacific, from the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor to the 1945 American occupation of Japan. It portrays the resilience and bravery of young Americans facing a brutal war and explores their experiences. The film features interviews with veterans from both the U.S. and Japan, representing all branches of the military, as well as medics, nurses, dog handlers, and Japanese-Americans interned in U.S. camps. It also includes a firsthand account of the atomic bomb's devastating impact on Japanese civilians. Featured veterans include Zenji Abe, a Japanese pilot on the Pearl Harbor bombing mission, and retired General Paul Tibbets, pilot of the Hiroshima bombing plane.IMDb 7.5TMDB 5.6 - 160
The Way BackMovie · 2010 · 133m · Drama, Adventure, HistoryA diverse group of prisoners escapes from a Siberian gulag during World War II. They begin a dangerous journey through five countries, fighting for freedom and trying to survive.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 161
Charlotte GrayMovie · 2001 · 121m · Drama, History, RomanceSet in Nazi-occupied France during World War II, *Charlotte Gray* follows a young Scottish woman who joins the French Resistance. Her goal is to find her lover, a missing RAF pilot. The film is based on the popular novel by Sebastian Faulks.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.1 - 162
The ReaderMovie · 2008 · 124m · Drama, RomanceMichael Berg, a young German lawyer in the late 1950s, had a relationship with an older woman named Hanna. She vanished for years, only to later become a defendant in a war crimes trial for her work as a concentration camp guard. Michael is the only one who suspects Hanna is illiterate and may be hiding this fact, jeopardizing her right to a fair trial.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.5 - 163
The 12th ManMovie · 2017 · 136m · War, DramaFollowing a disastrous mission to sabotage Nazi efforts, a Norwegian resistance fighter is left as the sole survivor of his eleven comrades. He is forced to flee across the snow-covered landscapes of Scandinavia, pursued by the Gestapo.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1 - 164
DenialMovie · 2016 · 109m · Drama, HistoryRenowned historian and author Deborah E. Lipstadt finds herself defending the historical reality of the Holocaust when she is sued for libel by David Irving, a prominent Holocaust denier. Lipstadt must fight to prove the truth of history in a courtroom battle against Irving's attempts to deny the genocide.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.8 - 165
Only The BraveMovie · 2006 · 99m‘Only the Brave’ is a powerful story about war and prejudice, following the Japanese-American soldiers of the 100th/442nd during World War II. After the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, thousands of Japanese Americans were unjustly imprisoned in internment camps. To demonstrate their loyalty to the United States, 1400 of them petitioned the government to serve, forming the 100th Infantry Battalion. They fought in North Africa, Italy, and France, culminating in a perilous rescue of the Texas 36th Division. Over two years of combat, these men earned an extraordinary record of valor: 21 Medals of Honor, over 9,400 Purple Hearts, and numerous other awards, making them the most decorated unit of their size in American military history. This is their story.IMDb 5.3TMDB 5.1 - 166
Red JoanMovie · 2018 · 101m · Thriller, HistoryIn London, May 2000, the quiet life of Joan Stanley is upended when British Intelligence arrests her. She is accused of sharing information with communist Russia during World War II.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.6 - 167
Naked Among WolvesMovie · 2015 · 105m · History, Drama, WarIn late March 1945, at the Buchenwald concentration camp, prisoner Hans Pippig finds a Jewish child hidden in a carrying case with a new arrival. Reporting the child's presence would guarantee the three-year-old's death. However, helping the child would risk the success of the concentration camp prisoners' planned uprising against the SS.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3 - 168
The DigMovie · 2021 · 112m · Drama, HistoryWith World War II approaching, a wealthy widow hires an amateur archaeologist to excavate burial mounds on her property. Their work yields a significant historical find, prompting reflections on Britain's heritage as the nation faces an uncertain future.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 169
GreyhoundMovie · 2020 · 92m · War, Action, DramaA new captain commands a fleet of allied ships, transporting thousands of soldiers through the dangerous "Black Pit" to the WWII front lines. For five days without air support, the captain and his crew must fight off enemy Nazi U-boats to ensure the allies have a fighting chance.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.4 - 170
Into the WhiteMovie · 2012 · 104m · War, Action, DramaIn World War II, two enemy fighter pilots meet after each other shoots down their plane over a barren area. To stay alive, they have to ignore the rules of combat.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.9 - 171
Nazi Art ThievesMovie · 2017 · 54mThe film explores how the Nazis systematically stole art during World War II, contrasting this history with today's debates about returning stolen property. It tells the stories of three famous artworks – Georges Braque's "Man with a Guitar," Egon Schiele's "Herbstsonne," and Henri Matisse's "Sitting Woman" – all once owned by Jewish collectors, detailing their looting by the Nazis and their eventual return to their rightful owners.IMDb 5.3TMDB 7.0 - 172
Hell RiverMovie · 1974 · 104mYugoslav partisans fight Nazi forces in a series of fierce clashes, leading to the decisive Battle at Hell River.IMDb 5.5TMDB 6.1 - 173
The WolverineMovie · 2013 · 126m · Action, Science Fiction, AdventureWolverine confronts his greatest enemy in a journey to modern Japan that pushes him to the breaking point – physically, emotionally, and in terms of his own mortality.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.4 - 174
Out of the AshesMovie · 2003 · 113mThis is the true story of Gisella Perl, a Jewish Hungarian doctor who was imprisoned in the infamous Auschwitz concentration camp during World War II.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.1 - 175
EmperorMovie · 2012 · 105m · Drama, History, WarFollowing Japan's surrender at the close of World War II, General Fellers must decide whether Emperor Hirohito should be tried and executed as a war criminal. His decision is complicated by his personal search for Aya, an exchange student he befriended during a visit to the United States years before.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.1 - 176
CanopyMovie · 2014 · 80mSingapore, 1942. During the war, an Australian fighter pilot survives a crash and finds himself hanging from the trees. As darkness falls, he must journey through the perilous jungle to find safety.IMDb 4.9TMDB 5.8 - 177
Lancaster SkiesMovie · 2019 · 98m · Drama, War, ActionIn 1944, a haunted and isolated Spitfire pilot named Douglas is tasked with leading a Lancaster bomber crew on critical missions over Berlin. He must confront his troubled history to succeed in the dangerous aerial battles.IMDb 4.2TMDB 5.7 - 178
The Edelweiss PiratesMovie · 2004 · 100mCologne, late in World War II. The city lies in ruins, gripped by fear and loss. It's a time of immense cruelty. Amidst this devastation, a group of young Edelweiss Pirates resist the Nazi regime, clashing with the Hitler Youth and spreading anti-war messages. Karl is one of these pirates, while his younger brother Peter is part of the Hitler Youth. Since their mother's death in an air raid, Karl and Peter have been isolated, their father at the front and their older brother already dead. Otto's fiancée, Cilly, struggles to survive the war with her children, and Karl tries to help her.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.2 - 179
April 9thMovie · 2015 · 93m · Drama, War, HistoryOn the morning of April 9, 1940, the Danish army receives word that German forces have crossed the border.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.7 - 180
The Good NaziMovie · 2018 · 52mThe Good Nazi follows scientists and Holocaust survivors in Lithuania, recounting the story of a Nazi officer who, like Schindler, abandoned his ideology and risked everything to save hundreds of Jews.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.3 - 181
Adolf IslandMovie · 2019 · 60mCaroline Sturdy Colls, a leading expert in forensic investigations of Nazi atrocities, is investigating a troubling mystery: a concentration camp hidden on the British island of Alderney. Witnesses and survivors reported that tens of thousands perished there, yet only 389 bodies have been recovered. Facing obstacles from the local authorities, who may be trying to conceal the island's dark past, Colls must use advanced methods and technology to uncover the truth.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.6 - 182
ResistanceMovie · 2020 · 120m · War, History, DramaThis is the story of Marcel Marceau, the renowned mime, and his collaboration with a group of Jewish boy scouts and the French Resistance during World War II. Together, they undertake a mission to safeguard the lives of ten thousand orphans.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.9 - 183
The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie SocietyMovie · 2018 · 124m · Romance, Drama, HistoryIndependent writer Juliet Ashton develops a profound connection with the quirky members of the Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. She decides to document the book club they created during the German occupation of Guernsey.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.4 - 184
The English PatientMovie · 1996 · 162m · Drama, Romance, WarIn the mid-1930s, Hungarian cartographer Count Almásy joins a Royal Geographical Society expedition to map the vast Sahara Desert. He and his fellow researchers navigate the challenging landscape with skill and resolve. But as World War II approaches, their peaceful journey becomes entangled in a complex story of love, betrayal, and political unrest. The film portrays this pivotal historical period, exploring human emotions and the unexpected impact of war.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1 - 185
Kalashnikov AK-47Movie · 2020 · 105m · War, History, DramaThis Russian film tells the story of Kalashnikov, a tank commander who suffers a serious injury in battle during 1941, preventing his return to combat. While recovering in the hospital, the self-taught inventor begins sketching the design for a weapon that will become famous worldwide. By the age of 29, he develops the AK-47 assault rifle – an iconic firearm – while the film is set in occupied Crimea.IMDb 6.6TMDB 7.4 - 186
Tora! Tora! Tora!Movie · 1970 · 144m · War, History, Drama"Tora! Tora! Tora!" portrays the mounting tensions between the United States and Japan in 1941. The film closely examines the political climate, where ongoing trade restrictions and unsuccessful negotiations pushed both countries toward conflict. It’s an informative and compelling look at the events leading up to the attack on Pearl Harbor, revealing the strategic planning and secret communications of the Japanese military while also presenting a balanced view of how events unfolded for both nations. "Tora! Tora! Tora!" ultimately offers a revealing portrayal of a crucial moment in history that dramatically changed the course of World War II.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.1 - 187
The Woman in Black 2: Angel of DeathMovie · 2014 · 98m · Thriller, Horror, DramaForty years after the initial haunting of Eel Marsh House, a group of children evacuated from wartime London arrive and inadvertently awaken the house’s most sinister resident.IMDb 4.8TMDB 5.2 - 188
Ip ManMovie · 2008 · 106m · Drama, Action, HistoryThis semi-biographical film tells the story of Yip Man, the martial arts grandmaster who popularized Wing Chun. Set in Foshan during the 1930s and 1940s, amidst the Second Sino-Japanese War, the film follows Ip Man's life. Directed by Wilson Yip and starring Donnie Yen, with fight choreography by Sammo Hung.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.8 - 189
Lost in KlessinMovie · 2018 · 90mTraveling west, Captain von Stock and his troops reach a small village near a vital river crossing. The village is regularly visited by refugees escaping the approaching Soviet forces.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.0 - 190
Paradise RoadMovie · 1997 · 122m · War, Drama, HistoryDuring World War II, a group of English, American, Dutch, and Australian women held in a Japanese prison camp on Sumatra create a unique vocal orchestra. Finding strength in music, they form bonds and harmony amidst the difficulties of captivity. Their shared singing offers solace and demonstrates resilience and unity during a dark time. This inspiring story explores the healing power of art and the strength of women facing hardship.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.4 - 191
RenegadesMovie · 2017 · 105m · Thriller, ActionDuring the Balkan conflicts, a team of Navy SEALs investigates a decades-old secret after finding a massive treasure hidden deep in a Serbian lake.IMDb 5.5TMDB 5.6 - 192
ChurchillMovie · 2017 · 110m · Drama, HistoryThis is a tense thriller set in the 24 hours leading up to D-Day, focusing on Winston Churchill. The story follows the urgent events as the pivotal invasion approaches.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.2 - 193
Dad's ArmyMovie · 2016 · 100m · Comedy, WarThis film reimagines the beloved 1968 sitcom, Dad's Army. The Home Guard platoon in Walmington-on-Sea faces new challenges when a female journalist arrives in town and a German spy attempts to infiltrate their ranks as World War II nears its end.IMDb 5.2TMDB 5.0 - 194
MidwayMovie · 2019 · 138m · Action, War, HistoryThis is the story of the Battle of Midway, focusing on the leaders and soldiers who relied on their instincts, strength, and courage to triumph against overwhelming odds.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.1 - 195
Dead MineMovie · 2012 · 91m · Action, HorrorDriven by the legend of Yamashita's Gold, a treasure hunter and his team venture into the Indonesian jungle. They soon find themselves trapped inside a deserted World War II Japanese bunker, realizing their only escape lies in venturing deeper within.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.8 - 196
Iron SkyMovie · 2012 · 93m · Action, Comedy, Science FictionAt the close of World War II, a hidden Nazi space program escaped destruction by relocating to the far side of the Moon. For seventy years, they have worked in complete secrecy, building a colossal space fortress and a large fleet of flying saucers.IMDb 5.9TMDB 5.7 - 197
Saturday Kitchen LiveMovie · 2008 · 118m · History, War, ActionMax Manus is a 2008 biographical war film about the life of Norwegian resistance fighter Max Manus (1914–96). The film chronicles Manus's activities from the start of World War II in Norway through to the end of the war and the return to peacetime in 1945, following his involvement in the Winter War against the Soviet Union.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.1 - 198
Jojo RabbitMovie · 2019 · 108m · Comedy, War, DramaIn World War II Germany, young Jojo's life is upended when he discovers his mother is sheltering a Jewish girl. Guided by his imaginative, comical portrayal of Adolf Hitler, Jojo starts to doubt what he's been taught and struggles to reconcile the propaganda he's absorbed with his own sense of right and wrong.IMDb 7.9TMDB 8.0 - 199
Fortress of WarMovie · 2010 · 138m · War, Drama, HistoryThe film recounts the heroic defense of the Brest Fortress, which was attacked on June 22, 1941, during the initial German invasion. It details the fortress's early days of defense, focusing on three key resistance areas led by Regiment Commander Pyotr Mikhailovich Gavrilov, Commissar Efim Moiseevich Fomin, and the head of the 9th frontier outpost, Andrey Mitrofanovich Kizhevatov. Years later, veteran Alexander Akimov reflects on his memories of that time, recalling how the then 15-year-old Sasha Akimov was deeply in love with Anya before being thrust into the midst of war's brutal events.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.2 - 200
Our Queen at WarMovie · 2020 · 54mThis film explores how World War II profoundly shaped Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-reigning monarch. The Princess's wartime experiences reflected those of the nation, significantly influencing her development into the Queen she would become.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.0