Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Billy Budd List

• Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World - Historical naval setting with themes of duty and honor.
• Mutiny on the Bounty - Explores themes of rebellion against authority on a ship.
• The Caine Mutiny - Focuses on military discipline and moral dilemmas at sea.
• Red Storm Rising - Military and political themes, emphasizing naval warfare.
• The Bounty - A retelling of the mutiny against Captain Bligh.
• Lord Jim - Themes of honor and moral responsibility at sea.
• The Hunt for Red October - Naval drama involving high stakes and moral choices.
• Atonement - Explores themes of justice, sacrifice, and the complexity of human emotions.
• The Thin Red Line - War film with philosophical themes about good and evil.
• Twelve O'Clock High - Military leadership and moral dilemmas in wartime.
• The Cruel Sea - Naval warfare and the psychological impact of conflict.
• Eyes Wide Shut - Explores themes of morality and secret societies, similar moral complexities.
• The Last Detail - Examines military honor and the human condition during a journey.
• All Quiet on the Western Front - A profound look at the horrors of war and moral struggles.
• For Whom the Bell Tolls - Themes of sacrifice and the impact of war on humanity.
• The Enemy Below - Naval conflict and the duality of humanity in warfare.
• Billy Budd - Explores similar themes of innocence, authority, and conflict.
• The Sand Pebbles - Themes of foreign conflict and moral dilemmas faced by sailors.
• Gangs of New York - Explores themes of honor, corruption, and societal struggle.
• The Man Who Would Be King - Themes of honor, betrayal, and moral choices in leadership.
• Breaker! Breaker! - Explores themes of justice and moral conflict.
• The King's Speech - Focuses on personal struggles, honor in leadership.
• Enemy at the Gates - War drama focused on moral conflicts and survival.
• Saving Private Ryan - Brutal realities of war and the concept of duty.
• Apocalypse Now - An exploration of the dark side of humanity in war.
• Paths of Glory - Critique of military justice and individual sacrifice.
• Full Metal Jacket - Themes of morality and the psychological effects of war.
• Tora! Tora! Tora! - Focuses on pivotal moments in naval history and strategy.
• Das Boot - Deep psychological narrative of a U-boat crew in WWII.
• Patton - Examines the complexities of military leadership and morality.
• The Great Escape - Themes of teamwork and defiance against authority.
• High Noon - One man's stand against evil, showcasing themes of honor.
• Shutter Island - Explores themes of morality, justice and sanity.
• Blood Diamond - Ethical conflicts and profound sacrifices in wartime.
• Lawrence of Arabia - Epic saga of a soldier navigating honor and conflict.
• The Pacific - Dramatic series focused on WWII and the complexity of human experiences.
• Band of Brothers - Follows soldiers in WWII, exploring deep ethical dilemmas.
• Black Hawk Down - Modern warfare featuring camaraderie and moral questions.
• The Bridge on the River Kwai - Explores themes of honor, duty, and moral conflict in war.
• The Last Samurai - Conflict of cultures, honor, and inner turmoil of characters.