There are some pretty decent war movies out there. Some focus on action while others focus more on the historical accuracy. So, if you like the bloody battles of the past and the struggles our ancestors went through in fighting each other, here is the list of top five War Movies that you should definitely watch.

Saving Private Ryan

Release Date: July 24, 1998

IMBD: 8.6/10

Saving Private Ryan is one of the most realistic war movies exhibiting the World War II era. It is a story about a unit from US army tasked with finding and rescuing a private whose three brothers are already killed in the war. With some of the most accurate battle scenes of Second World War according to the veteran themselves, this film is a must watch if you really admire the war movies. Click here to watch the trailer.

Kingdom of Heaven

Release Date: May 2, 2005

IMBD: 7.2/10

Kingdom of Heaven portrays the series of events that led to the fall of Jerusalem by Saladin and his forces before the third Crusade. This film revolves around a blacksmith named Balian (Orlando Bloom) who travels to the Holy Lands and gradually transforms into a warrior and leader of Jerusalem when the Muslim Forces are just beyond the walls. This film shows the brilliant siege battle fought by Saladin to capture the city and the general public trying their best to defend their lives and the Holy City.

Braveheart

Release Date: May 19, 1995

IMBD: 8.3/10

Braveheart is a historical war film that tells the story of William Wallace as he fought the over-whelming forces of England for an independent Scotland. This film has a lot of trauma and excellent battle sequences. Braveheart is a must watch for any history junky who wants to satisfy their soul with some bloody battles and historical stories.

1917

Release Date: December 4, 2019

IMBD: 8.4/10

Directed by Sam Mendes,1917 won the Oscar for best cinematography. The director shot the whole films in such a way that it looks like its shot in only one take. This war movie is about two young soldiers who are given a tough mission to deliver the message across the no man’s land during the peak time of The First World War. This film accurately portrays many difficulties and complexities, the soldiers had to go through during this trenched warfare.

The Patriot

Release Date: June 7, 2000

IMBD: 7.2/10

Not much of historically accurate one, but still a good war movie. The Patriot revolves around a former soldier (Mel Gibson) of British army who is now living peacefully in the colonies when the American Revolution broke out. Things get dirty and this soldier turned farmer is dragged in the war along with his son (Heath Ledger). This film is a good popcorn film that you can enjoy with your friends and have a good time.

These were some of the best historical war movies that everyone should watch at-least once. Let us know in the comments if we miss something.

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