Movies and TvShows featuring "british-military" theme.

Set during the Napoleonic Wars, British soldier Richard Sharpe fights against the French army and faces various challenges and adventures.

Dad's Army is a British comedy TV show that takes place during World War II in the fictional seaside town of Walmington-on-Sea. The series follows the antics of the local volunteer defense force, the Home Guard, as they prepare to protect their town from potential invasion. Led by the bumbling Captain Mainwaring and his loyal Sergeant Wilson, the ragtag team of soldiers navigate their way through comedic situations and mishaps while trying to fulfill their duty to the country.

In World War II, allied soldiers are trapped in Dunkirk as they wait for a rescue. The film follows the story of three different groups of people and their encounters at the Channel off the coast of Dunkirk, France. The soldiers fight for survival and bravery as they attempt to escape the clutches of the enemy.

Soldier Soldier is a drama series that follows the daily lives and struggles of British soldiers. The show explores the challenges they face in their military careers as well as their personal lives.

In April 1917, two young British soldiers, Schofield and Blake, are tasked with delivering a message to stop an attack that could endanger the lives of 1,600 men. They face various obstacles and dangers, including no man's land, abandoned trenches, booby traps, and enemy soldiers. Along the way, they encounter a burned pilot, a sniper, and a French woman with an infant. Schofield overcomes these challenges and reaches Colonel Mackenzie in the nick of time to call off the attack. Despite the mission's success, Schofield mourns the loss of his comrade and reflects on his own family.

The Winds of War is an epic family saga that follows the lives of various characters during World War II. It explores the personal and political struggles they face, as well as their relationships and experiences during this tumultuous period in history. The story is set in various locations, including Japan, London, and Berlin, and features an ensemble cast. The series delves into themes such as love, war, betrayal, and the human spirit.

Young Albert enlists to serve in World War I after his beloved horse is sold to the cavalry. Albert's hopeful journey takes him out of England and to the front lines as the war rages on. In 1912, a teenage boy named Albert Narracott witnesses the birth of a Bay Thoroughbred foal and subsequently watches with admiration the growth of the young horse, galloping through the fields at his mother's side. Albert's father Ted buys the colt at auction, despite a friend pointing out a more suitable plow horse for his farm. Ted promises to pay rent to Mr Lyons by plowing and planting a stony hillside field with turnips. Albert names the horse Joey and devotes much time to training him. However, a rainstorm destroys the turnip crop, so Ted sells Joey to the young cavalry officer Captain James Nicholls as the First World War starts. Albert tries to enlist in the army but is too young. Joey is trained for military operations and becomes attached to Topthorn, a black horse. The two horses are deployed to France with a flying column, but the Cavalry charges are hopelessly obsolete, and Nicholls and most of his fellow cavalrymen are killed. On the German side, two young brothers capture Joey and Topthorn and use them to pull an ambulance wagon. Joey and Topthorn are then put to pulling German heavy artillery, an exhausting task that kills horses quickly. By 1918, Albert has enlisted and is fighting in the Second Battle of the Somme. Joey escapes and gets entangled in barbed wire in no-man's land, where he is freed by a British and a German soldier. Albert, temporarily blinded, hears about the horse and reunites with Joey. Albert regains his eyesight as the war ends and plans to buy Joey, but Emilie's grandfather outbids him. However, Joey chooses to return to Albert, convincing the grandfather to give him back. Albert returns with Joey to his family's farm.

A group of friends set off into the Scottish Highlands in search of a long lost cabin. Once far from civilization, an unforeseen tragedy befalls the group and one bad decision leads to suspicion, betrayal and murder.

Set in 1920s Ireland, 'The Wind That Shakes the Barley' follows the story of two brothers who join the Irish Republican Army to fight against the British occupation. As they become involved in guerrilla warfare and underground activities, their loyalty is tested and they face the harsh realities of war. The film explores themes of nationalism, oppression, and sacrifice.

The Forgotten Battle is inspired by a true story and focuses on the events of World War II. It tells the story of a group of soldiers who find themselves caught in the midst of a forgotten battle. With betrayal, loss, and heroism as central themes, the movie explores the impact of war on individuals and society.

In the midst of the Northern Ireland conflict, a young British soldier finds himself alone and trapped behind enemy lines. With no way to distinguish friend from foe, he must survive the night and find a way to escape.

In the early 20th century, Michael Collins leads the Irish independence movement against British colonialism, engaging in political assassinations and guerrilla warfare. He becomes a key figure in the Irish Civil War, ultimately sacrificing his life for the cause.

Occupation (2009) is a TV show set during the Iraq War. It follows the story of a British soldier who experiences cultural clashes, love, and loss in the midst of the conflict. The show delves into themes of war, relationships, and the struggle to maintain one's identity in a foreign land.

Our World War is a powerful and immersive TV show that follows the lives of British soldiers during World War One. With intense action, compelling drama, and a focus on the human experiences of war, this series offers a poignant and realistic portrayal of the conflicts faced by these brave soldiers. Through a series of gripping episodes, viewers are transported back in time to witness the challenges, sacrifices, and triumphs of the soldiers as they navigate the horrors of the war.

In the year 1915, two Australian sprinters, Archy and Frank, join the army and are sent to fight in the Gallipoli campaign during World War I. As they experience the horrors of war, they form a close bond and face the reality of the failed military strategy in the battle of the Gallipoli Peninsula. The film explores themes of friendship, sacrifice, and the impact of war on young soldiers.

Another Country (1984) is a biographical drama that explores the life of a British spy and his experiences in a boys' school during the 1930s. The movie delves into themes of homosexuality, academia, Marxism, and the hypocrisy of British society. It follows the protagonist as he navigates the strict traditions and discipline of the school while trying to come to terms with his own identity and beliefs. The story unfolds against the backdrop of political scandal, exile, and the struggle for equality.

During World War II, the Royal Navy pursues the German navy in a battle on the River Plate in Montevideo, Uruguay.

During a World War II bombing mission, a group of soldiers and a stewardess find themselves transported through time and forced to fight against the enemy. As they struggle to survive, they face surreal challenges and must use their skills to make it back to their own era.

They Shall Not Grow Old is a documentary film that uses restored and colorized footage to depict the experiences of British soldiers during World War I. It explores the harsh realities of trench warfare, the devastating effects of the war, and the lives of the soldiers who fought and died on the Western Front.

The Doctor, a time-traveling alien explorer, is sent by his people, the Time Lords, to liberate a small town in England from the tyrannical rule of a race of alien lava creatures called the Shalka.