Unveil the best war & military movies on Max that you simply can’t resist. Dive into a world of courage, action, and untold stories you’ll absolutely love. Check out these movies and add them to your watchlist.
Dunkirk (2017)
Not too many people know of the story of Dunkirk. A group of Allied soldiers found themselves stranded on the beach with German soldiers closing in. A desperate rescue attempt was their only hope of escaping a bloodbath.
Edge of Tomorrow (2014)
If you like your military movies with a bit of science fiction, then you should check out Edge of Tomorrow. Pitted against an invading alien species, one soldier realizes that he keeps coming back to life each time he’s killed. He uses his failures as a way of poking holes in the alien force’s strategy. Will he be able to save the day and survive?
Braveheart (1995)
William Wallace was a famous Scottish warrior who brought together the different Scottish clans. They stood up against the expansion and imperial rule of the British Empire. This film depicts some of the war’s most famous battles and Wallace’s fate.
The Hurt Locker (2008)
Being part of a bomb squad is one of the most dangerous professions in the army. This movie shows a bit of an independent soldier who recently joined the squad. His unorthodox ways of handling bomb threats earn him both the ire and respect of his squadmates.
Pearl Harbor (2001)
The battle of Pearl Harbor changed WWII forever. This biopic follows two men who enter the war as a result and their rivalry over the love of the same woman.
The Exception (2016)
When a German soldier has to determine if there’s a spy in a high-ranking German veteran’s home, he thinks it’s going to be an easy case. Unfortunately for him, he ends up falling in love with a Jewish Dutch girl in the process.
Act of Valor (2012)
When a CIA agent ends up kidnapped, it’s up to a group of Navy SEALS to extract and recover them. This military movie comes with high stakes and extreme stunts.
Platoon (1986)
One of the most famous war films about Vietnam is Platoon. It throws a young soldier into the horrors of war and pit between two sergeants. One has good intentions for his soldiers while the other seems intent on killing them all.
The Battle of Algiers (1966)
Not everyone is aware of what occurred in Algiers in the 1950s. This film shows how the people of Algiers rose up to claim their independence against France.
300: Rise of an Empire (2014)
The Persian army is intent on conquering Greece. A group of Athen soldiers stands against it to stop the self-proclaimed God Xerxes from gaining more power. Enjoy Zack Snyder’s particular style with slow-motion fight scenes and lots of blood.
Casablanca (1942)
During World War II, a man meets up with his old flame and her new husband. They’re trying to escape the Nazis. Will he help her or will old hurts prove to be too much?
300 (2006)
One of the most intense battles in history was when a group of Spartans fought and held off the Persian army in Thermopylae. This film depicts that epic stand with all its usual Zack Snyder flair.
Wonder Woman (2017)
Superheroes and war collide in Wonder Woman. An Amazon warrior ends up called to an even bigger fight and leaves her home for the first time. Her training and abilities help her turn the tides of war and save the world.
Max (2015)
War isn’t just hard on humans. It can also affect dogs. Max tells the story of a war dog who experiences a traumatic event while serving in Afghanistan. It follows his story of adoption and recovery back in the United States.
Hot Shots! (1991)
Fans of Top Gun (1986) may just love this parody based on the film. It follows an eccentric pilot who has to support a mission ruined by greedy capitalists. Expect hilarious gags and some tongue-in-cheek humor.
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