Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to The Big Lift List
- The Bridge on the River Kwai - Both films explore themes of war, camaraderie, and the moral complexities of military life.
- M*A*S*H - A mix of comedy and drama set during the Korean War, shedding light on the absurdities of war.
- The Thin Red Line - Focuses on the psychological struggles of soldiers during WWII, similar in tone and theme.
- Catch-22 - A darkly comedic look at military life and the absurdities of war.
- Full Metal Jacket - Explores the transformation of soldiers during boot camp and the horrors of battle.
- Band of Brothers - A miniseries that follows a group of soldiers during WWII, capturing camaraderie and conflict.
- Saving Private Ryan - A visceral portrayal of the horrors of war, emphasizing the bond among soldiers.
- The Pacific - A companion miniseries to Band of Brothers, focusing on the American military experience in the Pacific Theater.
- Platoon - An intense and realistic portrayal of soldiers in Vietnam, shedding light on the psychological impacts of war.
- A Bridge Too Far - Focuses on a military operation during WWII, similar in scope and themes of sacrifice.
- Ten Thousand Saints - Explores friendships and challenges during a turbulent time in American history.
- Generation Kill - A miniseries that illustrates the experiences of Marines during the early stages of the Iraq War.
- American Sniper - Examines the toll of war on soldiers, particularly in a real-life context.
- The Hurt Locker - Focuses on the psychological impact of war on bomb disposal experts in Iraq, similar intense themes.
- Black Hawk Down - A depiction of a real military mission gone wrong, highlighting brotherhood among soldiers.
- Flags of Our Fathers - Tells the story of iconic war heroes from different perspectives, similar in emotional depth.
- The Men Who Stare at Goats - Combines elements of comedy and military themes, featuring absurdities in military operations.
- Three Kings - A blend of dark comedy and adventure set during the aftermath of the Gulf War.
- Come and See - A harrowing portrayal of the impact of WWII on individuals, similar in emotional weight.
- The King’s Speech - Highlights the effect of leadership in wartime, similar emotional resonance.
- Das Boot - A tense and immersive look at life aboard a German submarine during WWII, emphasizes camaraderie.
- The Great Escape - Focuses on the bonds of soldiers in captivity, showcasing camaraderie and heroism.
- Rango - While animated, it shares an underlying theme of finding identity, akin to the journey in The Big Lift.
- The Last Samurai - Explores themes of honor and transition in the face of change, paralleling military themes.
- Creed - Explores themes of legacy and mentorship, similar to the personal journeys in war films.
- Glory - Focuses on a group of soldiers during the Civil War, highlighting brotherhood and sacrifice.
- Hero - A character-driven story exploring themes of honor and sacrifice in a war-torn setting.
- War Horse - A heartwarming story of friendship set against the backdrop of World War I.
- The Thing We Left Behind - Focuses on personal trials and tribulations influenced by war, similar character-centric narratives.
- The Boy in the Striped Pajamas - A poignant story set during WWII that explores friendship amidst despair.
- The Book Thief - Relates to the impact of war on personal lives and showcases a child's perspective.
- The Pianist - A story of survival and the human spirit during the horrors of WWII.
- 1917 - A visually stunning war film that highlights the bonds between soldiers during WWI.
- The Hurt Locker - A tense exploration of the psychological impacts of war, similar to The Big Lift’s focus on soldier experiences.
- Fury - Intense and brutal depiction of tank warfare in WWII, focusing on soldier camaraderie.
- The Last Detail - A road movie that explores the relationship between military personnel on a critical mission.
- Thank You for Your Service - Focuses on the emotional and psychological struggles veterans face after war.
- The Deer Hunter - A drama highlighting the impact of war on friendship and community, emphasizing personal struggles.
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| # | Title | Year | Country | Genres | IMDb Votes | IMDb Rating | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
The Bridge on the River Kwai
161 min
|
1957 | United Kingdom | Drama | 249267 | 8.1 | Film | HD |
| 2 |
M*A*S*H
116 min
|
1970 | United States of America | Drama | 83104 | 7.3 | Film | HD |
| 3 |
The Thin Red Line
171 min
|
1998 | United States of America | Drama | 212556 | 7.6 | Film | HD |
| 4 |
Catch-22
121 min
|
1970 | United States of America | War | 27140 | 7.1 | Film | HD |
| 5 |
Full Metal Jacket
117 min
|
1987 | United Kingdom | Drama | 852814 | 8.2 | Film | HD |
| 6 |
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2001 | United Kingdom | Drama | 597641 | 9.4 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 7 |
Saving Private Ryan
169 min
|
1998 | United States of America | Drama | 1646500 | 8.6 | Film | HD |
| 8 |
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2010 | United States of America | Drama | 144366 | 8.3 | Serial | Încheiat |
| 9 |
Platoon
120 min
|
1986 | United Kingdom | Drama | 473156 | 8.1 | Film | HD |
| 10 |
A Bridge Too Far
175 min
|
1977 | United Kingdom | Drama | 67973 | 7.4 | Film | HD |
| 11 |
|
2008 | Drama | 64945 | 8.4 | Serial | Încheiat | |
| 12 |
American Sniper
133 min
|
2014 | United States of America | Drama | 571700 | 7.3 | Film | HD |
| 13 |
The Hurt Locker
131 min
|
2008 | United States of America | Drama | 497532 | 7.5 | Film | HD |
| 14 |
Black Hawk Down
145 min
|
2001 | United Kingdom | Drama | 456220 | 7.7 | Film | HD |
| 15 |
Flags of Our Fathers
135 min
|
2006 | United States of America | Drama | 134609 | 7.1 | Film | HD |
| 16 |
The Men Who Stare at Goats
94 min
|
2009 | United Kingdom | Comedy | 142034 | 6.2 | Film | HD |
| 17 |
Three Kings
114 min
|
1999 | United States of America | Action | 186615 | 7.1 | Film | HD |
| 18 |
Come and See
142 min
|
1985 | Soviet Union | Drama | 124190 | 8.3 | Film | HD |
| 19 |
Das Boot
150 min
|
1981 | Germany | Drama | 288641 | 8.3 | Film | HD |
| 20 |
The Great Escape
173 min
|
1963 | United States of America | Drama | 278229 | 8.2 | Film | HD |
| 21 |
Rango
112 min
|
2011 | United Kingdom | Animation | 321137 | 7.3 | Film | HD |
| 22 |
The Last Samurai
154 min
|
2003 | United States of America | Drama | 505767 | 7.8 | Film | HD |
| 23 |
Creed
133 min
|
2015 | United States of America | Drama | 336284 | 7.6 | Film | HD |
| 24 |
Glory
122 min
|
1989 | United States of America | Drama | 153137 | 7.8 | Film | HD |
| 25 |
Hero
99 min
|
2002 | Hong Kong | Drama | 194619 | 7.9 | Film | HD |
| 26 |
War Horse
146 min
|
2011 | India | Drama | 173772 | 7.2 | Film | HD |
| 27 |
The Book Thief
131 min
|
2013 | Germany | Drama | 147931 | 7.5 | Film | HD |
| 28 |
The Pianist
150 min
|
2002 | France | Drama | 1015440 | 8.5 | Film | HD |
| 29 |
1917
119 min
|
2019 | India | Drama | 775784 | 8.2 | Film | HD |
| 30 |
Fury
135 min
|
2014 | United States of America | Drama | 611863 | 7.6 | Film | HD |
| 31 |
The Last Detail
104 min
|
1973 | United States of America | Drama | 31218 | 7.5 | Film | HD |
| 32 |
Thank You for Your Service
109 min
|
2017 | United States of America | Drama | 17374 | 6.6 | Film | HD |
| 33 |
The Deer Hunter
183 min
|
1978 | United Kingdom | Drama | 386896 | 8.1 | Film | HD |