Movies and TvShows featuring "children-in-wartime" theme.

During World War II, a young German boy named Jojo discovers that his mother is hiding a Jewish girl in their home. As Jojo forms an unlikely friendship with the girl, his imaginary friend, a childlike version of Adolf Hitler, starts to challenge his beliefs and forces him to confront the realities of war and prejudice.

Pan's Labyrinth is set in 1944 Spain, where a young girl named Ofelia discovers a labyrinth in the woods near her new home. She encounters a faun who tells her that she is the long-lost princess of a magical underworld and must complete three tasks to prove her identity and escape the horrors of the Spanish Civil War. As Ofelia faces the challenges of the labyrinth, she navigates a world of fantasy and reality, encountering mythical creatures, magical objects, and dangerous situations. Along the way, she learns about bravery, sacrifice, and the power of imagination.

Bruno, the son of a German Nazi officer, befriends a Jewish boy named Shmuel in a concentration camp. As the boys form a friendship, Bruno starts to question the beliefs he has been taught. Their bond leads to tragic consequences as they become victims of the Holocaust.

Set in World War II, the film follows a teenage boy who experiences the atrocities of the German occupation of the Soviet Union. As he witnesses mass murders, genocides, and other war crimes, he descends into insanity and despair.

Set in the 1940s, the TV show follows the lives of a family living in a rural town in Northern Ireland, near an airforce base during World War II. The story focuses on the challenges faced by the family, including a troubled marriage and a love triangle involving a US soldier. It portrays the everyday life of the characters in the rural setting and explores the impact of the war on their lives and the community.

Set during World War II, Ivan, a 12-year-old orphan, is enlisted as a spy by the Russian military. With a burning desire for revenge, he infiltrates enemy lines and carries out covert operations. Along the way, Ivan forms a surrogate father-son relationship with a military captain, who helps him navigate the dangerous world of espionage. As Ivan's childhood memories collide with the brutality of war, he must confront the consequences of his actions.

Beasts of No Nation follows the journey of a young boy named Agu, who is forced to become a child soldier in a civil war. Through his eyes, we witness the horrors of war, the loss of innocence, and the struggle for survival.

The true story of a Jewish girl hiding in an attic during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands, as told through her diary.

Barefoot Gen is a powerful film that depicts the tragic events that unfolded in Hiroshima after the atomic bomb was dropped during World War II. The story follows Gen, a young boy who witnesses the devastating effects of the bombing and struggles to survive amidst the chaos, starvation, and suffering that ensue. Through his journey, Gen learns the importance of resilience, hope, and the enduring human spirit.

A teenage girl Anne Frank narrates her experiences and emotions during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands in World War II, giving insight into the atrocities of the Holocaust and the strength of the human spirit.

During World War II in Nazi Germany, Liesel Meminger finds solace in stealing books and sharing them with others. She befriends a Jewish refugee hidden in her adoptive parents' basement.

During World War II, a privileged English boy in Shanghai struggles to survive under Japanese occupation. Separated from his family, he faces the harsh realities of war and learns to navigate the complexities of the internment camp he finds himself in.

During World War II in London, an apprentice witch, three children, and an enchanted bedknob embark on a magical adventure to find the missing spell that could save England from invasion.

Before the Fall follows the story of an elite-unit boxer who must confront his estranged father, a high-ranking Nazi officer, while dealing with his own inner demons. Set in Nazi Germany in the 1940s, the film explores themes of friendship, sacrifice, and the struggle between duty and personal convictions.

BBC adaptation of Robert Westall's acclaimed novel. In a small seaside town in northern England during World War II, a young boy discovers the remains of a German aircraft - with the dead pilot still inside.

Innocent Voices is a heartfelt drama set in 1980s El Salvador during the civil war. The film follows the story of a young boy named Chava, who becomes a child soldier and witnesses the atrocities of war. Despite the violence and hardships, Chava finds solace in his love for a radio DJ and his friendship with other children. Based on a true story, Innocent Voices explores the resilience and courage of children in wartime.

Turtles Can Fly is a gripping drama that takes place in a war-ravaged Kurdish refugee camp in Iraq. The film follows the lives of a group of children, including a young boy named Satellite, as they navigate the harsh realities of war, loss, and survival. Through their struggles, the film explores themes of hope, innocence, and the resilience of the human spirit.

In the midst of World War II, a young boy and his little sister struggle to survive after their mother's death, facing starvation and the horrors of war.

Europa Europa tells the true story of Solomon Perel, a Jewish boy who joins the Hitler Youth and must hide his identity in order to survive during World War II.

Set in Warsaw during World War II, an 11-year-old boy named Alex finds himself alone in a bombed-out building. With the help of his pet mouse and the guidance of his grandfather, Alex must navigate the dangerous streets of the city, hiding from the Nazis and searching for food. As he forms friendship with a resistance fighter, Alex learns about trust, survival, and the power of friendship.