Black Hawk Down (2001) - Directed by Ridley Scott, this film depicts the 1993 Battle of Mogadishu and the bravery of U.S. soldiers in a harrowing situation.
Saving Private Ryan (1998) - Directed by Steven Spielberg, this film is renowned for its realistic depiction of the D-Day invasion and the personal story of a group of soldiers sent to find a paratrooper.
Platoon (1986) - Directed by Oliver Stone, this Vietnam War film offers a gritty and intense portrayal of combat and the psychological effects on soldiers.
Glory (1989) - This film tells the story of the 54th Massachusetts Infantry Regiment, one of the first African-American units in the Civil War.
The Longest Day (1962) - A classic war film that chronicles the D-Day invasion from multiple perspectives.
Flags of Our Fathers (2006) - Directed by Clint Eastwood, this film recounts the Battle of Iwo Jima and the lives of the soldiers who raised the iconic flag
We Were Soldiers (2002) - This film, based on the book by Lt. Gen. Harold G. Moore and journalist Joseph L. Galloway, portrays the Battle of Ia Drang during the Vietnam War.
The Hurt Locker (2008) - Directed by Kathryn Bigelow, it offers a gripping look at the lives of an explosive ordnance disposal team during the Iraq War.
Memorial Day (2012) - A film that spans two generations, following a veteran of World War II and his grandson, who serves in Iraq.
Band of Brothers (2001) - Although a miniseries, this HBO production is notable for its detailed and emotional portrayal of Easy Company, 506th Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division during World War II.