Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Hell and Back Again List

  • Restrepo - A documentary that follows a platoon of U.S. soldiers deployed in Afghanistan, focusing on their experiences in combat.
  • The Hurt Locker - A fictionalized portrayal of an Explosive Ordnance Disposal team in Iraq, highlighting the psychological effects of war.
  • American Sniper - Based on the life of a Navy SEAL sniper, this film examines the impact of war on soldiers and their families.
  • Zero Dark Thirty - A dramatization of the hunt for Osama bin Laden, showcasing the complexities of war and intelligence operations.
  • Jarhead - A film about the experiences of a Marine during the Gulf War, exploring the psychological challenges faced by soldiers.
  • Sinai: The Untold Story - A documentary focusing on the experiences of soldiers during the conflicts in Sinai, revealing personal and emotional stories.
  • Stop-Loss - A drama about U.S. soldiers returning home after deployments and the challenges they face, including the stop-loss policy.
  • The Killing Fields - Based on true events during the Cambodian genocide, it's a powerful portrayal of war's brutality and its psychological impact.
  • We Were Soldiers - A depiction of a Vietnam War battle, highlighting the realities of combat and the struggles faced by soldiers.
  • Black Hawk Down - A film depicting a U.S. military raid gone wrong in Somalia, illustrating the chaos and hardships of battle.
  • The Messenger - A story about soldiers notifying families of military deaths, exploring the emotional toll on those involved.
  • Fury - Set during World War II, it follows a tank crew on a dangerous mission, highlighting brotherhood and trauma.
  • Platoon - A gritty and realistic depiction of a soldier's experience in Vietnam, focusing on moral dilemmas in war.
  • When the Levees Broke: A Requiem in Four Acts - A documentary about Hurricane Katrina's aftermath, examining trauma and recovery in the face of disaster.
  • Coming Home - A film that explores the emotional impact of the Vietnam War on soldiers returning home and their reintegration.
  • Band of Brothers - A miniseries chronicling World War II soldiers' experiences, highlighting the camaraderie and trauma of war.
  • Generation Kill - A miniseries depicting the early stages of the Iraq War, emphasizing the soldiers' experiences and challenges.
  • Lone Survivor - Based on a true story of a SEAL team ambush in Afghanistan, showcasing the horrors of combat and survival.
  • My Lai - A documentary about the My Lai Massacre during the Vietnam War, exploring moral implications of soldiers' actions.
  • Eye in the Sky - A thriller about the ethical dilemmas of drone warfare, highlighting the impact of decisions made in conflict.
  • War Machine - A satirical take on the war in Afghanistan and the absurdities of military bureaucracy.
  • A War - A Danish film that deals with the complicated moral decisions faced by a soldier and the impact on his family.
  • The Last Patrol - A documentary focusing on the emotional and psychological struggles of returning soldiers, exploring their stories.
  • Thank You for Your Service - A deep dive into the challenges faced by veterans returning from Iraq, focusing on PTSD and reintegration.
  • Breathe - A film showcasing the struggles of a soldier dealing with the consequences of war and the path to recovery.
  • The One and Only Ivan - While largely a family movie, it touches on themes of resilience and personal battles that resonate with audiences.
  • Restoration - A heartfelt look at recovery and healing, highlighting personal stories that connect with the themes of trauma.
  • The Thin Red Line - A philosophical exploration of war's effects on human nature, offering a contemplative look at combat.
  • The Outpost - Based on the battle of Kamdesh during the Afghanistan War, it explores the bravery and struggles of soldiers.
  • 11/8/16 - A documentary examining the emotional aftermath of the 2016 U.S. presidential election, resonating with themes of trauma.
  • A Few Good Men - A legal drama that addresses military ethics, highlighting the responsibilities and tensions within the armed forces.
  • Boyhood - Although not war-focused, it explores the passage of time and personal growth, similar to Hell and Back Again's themes.
  • The Life and Times of Tim - An animated series that, while comedic, includes personal struggles that resonate with themes of resilience and life challenges.
  • Courage Under Fire - A drama about military valor and the moral dilemmas faced in combat, reflecting on themes of courage and sacrifice.
  • Beasts of No Nation - A harrowing tale of a child soldier in a fictional African conflict, exploring themes of war's impact on innocence.
  • The Siege of Jadotville - Based on true events, it follows a company's fight during a siege, focusing on the experiences and struggles of soldiers.
  • The Burning Plain - Intertwines multiple stories of personal trauma and recovery, touching themes of struggle familiar to veterans.
  • The Act of Killing - A documentary that explores the Indonesian mass killings, reflecting on the psychological impacts of violence.

Last updated: 2024-10-02 11:16:00

# 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
The Hurt Locker
The Hurt Locker
131 min
2008 United States of America 476768 7.5 Movie Released
3
American Sniper
American Sniper
133 min
2014 United States of America 535391 7.3 Movie Released R
4 2012 India 321851 7.4 Movie Released R
5
Jarhead
Jarhead
123 min
2005 United Kingdom 209373 7 Movie Released
6
Stop-Loss
Stop-Loss
113 min
2008 United States of America 20956 6.4 Movie Released R
7 1984 United Kingdom 60089 7.8 Movie Released
8 2002 Germany 152576 7.2 Movie Released R
9
Black Hawk Down
Black Hawk Down
145 min
2001 United Kingdom 427892 7.7 Movie Released
10
The Messenger
The Messenger
113 min
2009 United States of America 36931 7.1 Movie Released
11
Fury
Fury
135 min
2014 United States of America 555635 7.6 Movie Released R
12
Platoon
Platoon
120 min
1986 United Kingdom 443850 8.1 Movie Released R
13 2006 United States of America 4871 8.5 Serie Ended TV-14
14
Coming Home
Coming Home
127 min
1978 United States of America 15025 7.3 Movie Released R
15
Band of Brothers
Band of Brothers
60 min
SS 1 EP 10
2001 Switzerland 539524 9.4 Serie Ended TV-MA
16
Generation Kill
Generation Kill
65 min
SS 1 EP 7
2008 60257 8.5 Serie Ended TV-MA
17
Lone Survivor
Lone Survivor
121 min
2013 United States of America 309511 7.5 Movie Released
18
Eye in the Sky
Eye in the Sky
102 min
2015 United Kingdom 92207 7.3 Movie Released R
19
War Machine
War Machine
122 min
2017 United States of America 50415 6 Movie Released R
20
A War
A War
115 min
2015 Denmark 11276 7 Movie Released R
21 2000 Israel 1682 3.7 Movie Released
22 2017 United States of America 15811 6.6 Movie Released R
23
Breathe
Breathe
38 min
SS 1 EP 8
2018 India 21817 8.3 Serie Ended
24 2020 United States of America 13556 6.6 Movie Released PG
25
Restoration
Restoration
117 min
1995 United States of America 9974 6.6 Movie Released R
26 1998 United States of America 201250 7.6 Movie Released
27
The Outpost
The Outpost
123 min
2020 Bulgaria 41514 6.8 Movie Released R
28
11/8/16
11/8/16
104 min
2017 United States of America 298 5.7 Movie Released NR
29
A Few Good Men
A Few Good Men
138 min
1992 United States of America 291492 7.7 Movie Released R
30
Boyhood
Boyhood
166 min
2014 United States of America 369349 7.9 Movie Released
31 1996 United States of America 60197 6.6 Movie Released R
32 2015 Brazil 87514 7.7 Movie Released
33 2016 Ireland 44935 7.2 Movie Released
34 2008 United States of America 21470 6.7 Movie Released
35 2012 Denmark 41179 8.2 Movie Released NR
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