If you loved “12 Strong” and want more heart-pumping, adrenaline-fueled movies, you’re in luck. Here are some of the best movies in the war/action genre that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
1. Lone Survivor (2013)
Starring Mark Wahlberg, “Lone Survivor” is a gripping and intense portrayal of a group of Navy SEALs on a mission to capture a Taliban leader in Afghanistan. The movie is based on a true story, and the action sequences are realistic and gut-wrenching. If you want a movie that will make you feel like you’re in the middle of the action, “Lone Survivor” is a must-see.
2. Black Hawk Down (2001)
Based on the book by Mark Bowden, “Black Hawk Down” tells the story of the Battle of Mogadishu, where a group of U.S. soldiers fought against Somali militia forces. The movie is gritty and realistic, and the ensemble cast (including Josh Hartnett and Ewan McGregor) delivers some outstanding performances. If you want a movie that will leave you emotionally drained but also satisfied, “Black Hawk Down” is a great choice.
3. Fury (2014)
Starring Brad Pitt and Shia LaBeouf, “Fury” is a World War II movie that follows a group of American soldiers on a mission to take out a German tank. The movie is brutal and intense, and the tank battles are some of the best you’ll ever see on screen. If you want a movie that will give you a glimpse into the horrors of war, “Fury” is a great pick.
4. American Sniper (2014)
Directed by Clint Eastwood and starring Bradley Cooper, “American Sniper” tells the story of Chris Kyle, a Navy SEAL sniper who served four tours of duty in Iraq. The movie is based on Kyle’s autobiography, and it’s a harrowing and emotional portrayal of the toll that war takes on soldiers and their families. If you want a movie that will make you think and feel, “American Sniper” is a must-watch.
5. Saving Private Ryan (1998)
Directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Tom Hanks, “Saving Private Ryan” is widely regarded as one of the best war movies ever made. The movie follows a group of soldiers on a mission to find a paratrooper whose brothers have been killed in action. The opening sequence, which depicts the Normandy landings, is one of the most intense and realistic depictions of war ever put on film. If you want a movie that will stay with you long after the credits roll, “Saving Private Ryan” is a must-see.
6. Zero Dark Thirty (2012)
Directed by Kathryn Bigelow and starring Jessica Chastain, “Zero Dark Thirty” is a gripping thriller that tells the story of the decade-long hunt for Osama bin Laden after the 9/11 attacks. The movie is intense and suspenseful, and the final raid on bin Laden’s compound is one of the most memorable sequences in recent cinema history.
7. We Were Soldiers (2002)
Starring Mel Gibson, “We Were Soldiers” is a war drama that tells the story of the first major battle of the Vietnam War. The movie is based on the book “We Were Soldiers Once… and Young” by Lt. Gen. Harold G. Moore and Joseph L. Galloway, and it offers a realistic and emotional portrayal of the soldiers who fought in the conflict.
8. The Hurt Locker (2008)
Directed by Kathryn Bigelow, “The Hurt Locker” is a tense and thrilling war movie that follows an elite Army bomb squad in Iraq. The movie is known for its realistic depiction of bomb disposal techniques and the psychological toll that war takes on soldiers.
9. 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi (2016)
Directed by Michael Bay and starring John Krasinski, “13 Hours” is a true story about a group of private security contractors who fought to defend the American diplomatic compound in Benghazi, Libya, in 2012. The movie is intense and action-packed, and it offers a unique perspective on the events that took place in Benghazi.
10. Lone Survivor: The Director’s Cut (2013)
Directed by Peter Berg and starring Mark Wahlberg, “Lone Survivor” tells the story of a Navy SEAL team that is sent on a mission to capture or kill a Taliban leader in Afghanistan. This Director’s Cut version of the movie includes additional footage and an extended ending, and it offers a more
