Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Only the Dead List

  • Restrepo - A documentary capturing the experience of soldiers in Afghanistan, similar in its raw portrayal of conflict.
  • The Thin Red Line - A war film that explores the psychological impacts of battle, similar in tone and theme.
  • Generation Kill - A miniseries following a Marine Recon unit during the Iraq War, sharing a similar focus on soldier experiences.
  • Black Hawk Down - A film about a U.S. military mission gone wrong in Somalia, emphasizing the chaos of combat.
  • The Hurt Locker - Examines the lives of bomb disposal teams in Iraq, focusing on tension and danger in war.
  • Band of Brothers - A miniseries that offers a historical look at soldiers in WWII, highlighting camaraderie and conflict.
  • Saving Private Ryan - Known for its realistic portrayal of war, particularly the D-Day invasion.
  • Full Metal Jacket - Explores the Vietnam War experience, focusing on the transformation of soldiers.
  • The Pacific - A companion miniseries to Band of Brothers, focusing on the Marines in the Pacific theater of WWII.
  • American Sniper - Based on the life of a Navy SEAL sniper, examining themes of combat and its effects on soldiers.
  • We Were Soldiers - A film about the Vietnam War, showcasing the complexities of warfare and leadership.
  • M*A*S*H - A dark comedy set during the Korean War that explores the absurdities of war.
  • Lone Survivor - Based on a true story of a Navy SEAL team ambushed in Afghanistan, highlighting the intensity of combat.
  • The Siege of Jadotville - Tells the true story of a small Irish UN battalion in the Congo, focusing on the harrowing nature of conflict.
  • Come and See - A harrowing portrayal of the effects of war on civilians in WWII, known for its impact and realism.
  • Hotel Rwanda - A powerful portrayal of the Rwandan genocide, focusing on humanity amidst conflict.
  • Platoon - A gritty depiction of young soldiers in Vietnam, emphasizing moral ambiguity and fear.
  • The Killing Fields - Chronicles the Cambodian genocide, showcasing the realities of war and its personal effects.
  • Eye in the Sky - Explores ethical dilemmas of modern warfare, particularly drone strikes, akin to the moral questions in Only the Dead.
  • Taxi to the Dark Side - A documentary investigating the use of torture by the U.S. government post-9/11, paralleling themes of moral conflict.
  • The Act of Killing - Investigates individuals involved in the Indonesian mass killings, showcasing the psychological impact of violence.
  • War Horse - A war drama that follows the journey of a horse during WWI, reflecting on the impact of war on lives.
  • Courage Under Fire - A drama centered around a military incident and its ethical implications, similar in thematic depth.
  • 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi - Based on the true story of the Benghazi attack, capturing the chaos of modern warfare.
  • The Imitation Game - While not a war film per se, it examines themes of moral ambiguity during WWII intelligence work.
  • Hacksaw Ridge - Tells the true story of a conscientious objector during WWII, exploring bravery and faith under fire.
  • The Messenger - Focuses on U.S. soldiers presenting death notices to families, addressing the psychological costs of combat.
  • Fury - A film about a WWII tank crew, diving into the bond between soldiers under extreme conditions.
  • War Machine - A satirical take on the war in Afghanistan and the complexities of military command, reflecting moral tones similar to Only the Dead.
  • The Men Who Stare at Goats - A comedic take on military abnormality and psychology, sharing a satirical edge.
  • Sand Castle - A war drama about a soldier's experience in Iraq, portraying the complexities of military engagement.
  • The Outpost - Details the harrowing defense of a U.S. outpost in Afghanistan, paralleling intense military narratives.
  • Twelve Strong - Based on the true story of special forces in Afghanistan, highlighting bravery and teamwork under pressure.
  • A Private War - A biographical drama about a war correspondent, illustrating the personal toll of covering conflict.
  • When the Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts - A documentary about Hurricane Katrina, reflecting on disaster and human resilience similar to war themes.
  • Shock and Awe - Follows the journalists who uncovered the truth behind the Iraq War, paralleling themes of uncovering harsh realities.
  • The Fog of War - A documentary exploring the complexities of war through the eyes of former U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara.
  • The Last Black Man in San Francisco - While not a war film, it touches on themes of loss and identity amidst changing landscapes.
  • Restless - Explores personal stories within the context of war, delving into the psychological aftermath.
  • The Great War - A historical film giving an overview of WWI, capturing the essence of conflict and its effects on people.
  • They Shall Not Grow Old - A documentary that uses archival footage to tell the story of WWI soldiers, bringing a real-world perspective to warfare.

Last updated: 2024-09-30 17:42:46

# Name Year Country Genres IMDb Votes IMDb Rating Type Status CBFC
1
Restrepo
Restrepo
93 min
2010 United States of America 24536 7.4 Movie Released
2 1998 United States of America 201250 7.6 Movie Released
3
Generation Kill
Generation Kill
65 min
SS 1 EP 7
2008 60257 8.5 Serie Ended TV-MA
4
Black Hawk Down
Black Hawk Down
145 min
2001 United Kingdom 427892 7.7 Movie Released
5
The Hurt Locker
The Hurt Locker
131 min
2008 United States of America 476768 7.5 Movie Released
6
Band of Brothers
Band of Brothers
60 min
SS 1 EP 10
2001 Switzerland 539524 9.4 Serie Ended TV-MA
7 1998 United States of America 1514790 8.6 Movie Released
8 1987 United Kingdom 798308 8.2 Movie Released
9
The Pacific
The Pacific
60 min
SS 1 EP 10
2010 United States of America 132838 8.3 Serie Ended TV-MA
10
American Sniper
American Sniper
133 min
2014 United States of America 535391 7.3 Movie Released R
11 2002 Germany 152576 7.2 Movie Released R
12
M*A*S*H
M*A*S*H
116 min
1970 United States of America 78256 7.4 Movie Released R
13
Lone Survivor
Lone Survivor
121 min
2013 United States of America 309511 7.5 Movie Released
14 2016 Ireland 44935 7.2 Movie Released
15
Come and See
Come and See
142 min
1985 Soviet Union 100240 8.4 Movie Released NR
16
Hotel Rwanda
Hotel Rwanda
121 min
2004 Italy 374612 8.1 Movie Released
17
Platoon
Platoon
120 min
1986 United Kingdom 443850 8.1 Movie Released R
18 1984 United Kingdom 60089 7.8 Movie Released
19
Eye in the Sky
Eye in the Sky
102 min
2015 United Kingdom 92207 7.3 Movie Released R
20 2008 United States of America 16882 7.5 Movie Released
21 2012 Denmark 41179 8.2 Movie Released NR
22
War Horse
War Horse
146 min
2011 India 166662 7.2 Movie Released
23 1996 United States of America 60197 6.6 Movie Released R
24 2016 United States of America 163046 7.3 Movie Released
25 2014 United States of America 832628 8 Movie Released PG-13
26
Hacksaw Ridge
Hacksaw Ridge
139 min
2016 Australia 605772 8.1 Movie Released
27
The Messenger
The Messenger
113 min
2009 United States of America 36931 7.1 Movie Released
28
Fury
Fury
135 min
2014 United States of America 555635 7.6 Movie Released R
29
War Machine
War Machine
122 min
2017 United States of America 50415 6 Movie Released R
30 2009 United Kingdom 138400 6.2 Movie Released R
31
Sand Castle
Sand Castle
113 min
2017 United Kingdom 27881 6.3 Movie Released
32
The Outpost
The Outpost
123 min
2020 Bulgaria 41514 6.8 Movie Released R
33
A Private War
A Private War
106 min
2018 United Kingdom 21235 6.7 Movie Released R
34 2006 United States of America 4871 8.5 Serie Ended TV-14
35
Shock and Awe
Shock and Awe
90 min
2018 United States of America 8802 6.4 Movie Released R
36
The Fog of War
The Fog of War
107 min
2003 United States of America 25203 8.1 Movie Released PG-13
37 2019 United States of America 22135 7.3 Movie Released
38
Restless
Restless
91 min
2011 United States of America 18475 6.7 Movie Released PG-13
39
The Great War
The Great War
137 min
1959 France 4655 8.1 Movie Released
40 2018 New Zealand 38780 8.2 Movie Released R
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