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.
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| # | Title | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Restrepo
93 min
|
2010 | United States of America | War | 24616 | 7.4 | Film | HD |
| 2 |
The Hurt Locker
131 min
|
2008 | United States of America | Drama | 497517 | 7.5 | Film | HD |
| 3 |
American Sniper
133 min
|
2014 | United States of America | Drama | 571667 | 7.3 | Film | HD |
| 4 |
Zero Dark Thirty
157 min
|
2012 | United States of America | Drama | 342296 | 7.4 | Film | HD |
| 5 |
Jarhead
123 min
|
2005 | United Kingdom | Drama | 225609 | 7 | Film | HD |
| 6 |
Stop-Loss
113 min
|
2008 | United States of America | Drama | 21573 | 6.4 | Film | HD |
| 7 |
The Killing Fields
142 min
|
1984 | United Kingdom | Drama | 63892 | 7.8 | Film | HD |
| 8 |
We Were Soldiers
138 min
|
2002 | Germany | Drama | 160151 | 7.2 | Film | HD |
| 9 |
Black Hawk Down
145 min
|
2001 | United Kingdom | Drama | 456191 | 7.7 | Film | HD |
| 10 |
The Messenger
113 min
|
2009 | United States of America | Drama | 38599 | 7.1 | Film | HD |
| 11 |
Fury
135 min
|
2014 | United States of America | Drama | 611812 | 7.6 | Film | HD |
| 12 |
Platoon
120 min
|
1986 | United Kingdom | Drama | 473117 | 8.1 | Film | HD |
| 13 |
Coming Home
127 min
|
1978 | United States of America | Drama | 16019 | 7.3 | Film | HD |
| 14 |
|
2001 | United Kingdom | Drama | 597576 | 9.4 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 15 |
|
2008 | Drama | 64937 | 8.4 | Serial | Încheiat | |
| 16 |
Lone Survivor
121 min
|
2013 | United States of America | Drama | 324817 | 7.5 | Film | HD |
| 17 |
Eye in the Sky
102 min
|
2015 | United Kingdom | Drama | 96290 | 7.3 | Film | HD |
| 18 |
War Machine
122 min
|
2017 | United States of America | Drama | 53290 | 6 | Film | HD |
| 19 |
A War
115 min
|
2015 | Denmark | Drama | 11672 | 7 | Film | HD |
| 20 |
Thank You for Your Service
109 min
|
2017 | United States of America | Drama | 17371 | 6.6 | Film | HD |
| 21 |
|
2018 | India | Crime | 23182 | 8.2 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 22 |
The One and Only Ivan
93 min
|
2020 | United States of America | Drama | 14227 | 6.6 | Film | HD |
| 23 |
The Thin Red Line
171 min
|
1998 | United States of America | Drama | 212546 | 7.6 | Film | HD |
| 24 |
The Outpost
123 min
|
2020 | United States of America | Drama | 48176 | 6.9 | Film | HD |
| 25 |
A Few Good Men
138 min
|
1992 | United States of America | Drama | 318504 | 7.8 | Film | HD |
| 26 |
Boyhood
166 min
|
2014 | United States of America | Drama | 382438 | 7.9 | Film | HD |
| 27 |
Courage Under Fire
116 min
|
1996 | United States of America | Drama | 63783 | 6.6 | Film | HD |
| 28 |
Beasts of No Nation
137 min
|
2015 | Brazil | Drama | 91696 | 7.7 | Film | HD |
| 29 |
The Siege of Jadotville
108 min
|
2016 | Ireland | Drama | 48389 | 7.2 | Film | HD |
| 30 |
The Burning Plain
111 min
|
2008 | Argentina | Drama | 22210 | 6.7 | Film | HD |
| 31 |
The Act of Killing
117 min
|
2012 | Denmark | Documentary | 44460 | 8.2 | Film | HD |