Movies and TvShows featuring "commanding-officer" theme.
In the midst of a global pandemic, a Navy destroyer becomes the last hope for humanity as it carries a scientist who is trying to find a cure. The crew must navigate through post-apocalyptic challenges and the politics of a crumbling world to save humanity.
SAS: Rogue Heroes charts the creation of the famed Special Forces unit during World War II. British forces are retreating in North Africa as Rommel advances towards Egypt. British Lieutenants David Stirling, Jock Lewes, and Paddy Mayne conceive the idea for a force that will operate behind enemy lines, targeting crucial installations like airfields and supply depots. With the help of Lt. Colonel Dudley Clarke, they bring the Special Air Service Brigade from paper to reality.
F Troop is a comedy TV show set in the 19th century that follows the misadventures of the bumbling soldiers of F Troop, a group of incompetent US Army soldiers stationed at Fort Courage in the Old West. Led by their clueless commanding officer, Captain Wilton Parmenter, and his dimwitted blonde sidekick, Corporal Randolph Agarn, the soldiers find themselves in various hilarious situations as they interact with the Hekawi tribe, navigate Army life, and deal with the challenges of the Wild West.
In 2005, scientists discover a planet capable of supporting life, but receive no reply when they send a signal. Undisciplined slacker Alex Hopper is forced to join the Navy by his naval officer brother Stone. Hopper falls in love with Admiral Shane's daughter and wants to marry her, but is afraid to ask her father's permission. Alien ships arrive near Hawaii, trapping all ships in the area. Hopper is left in command of the USS John Paul Jones and teams up with Captain Nagata to track the aliens using wave-detection buoys. They discover the aliens are sensitive to sunlight and manage to destroy several alien ships. Meanwhile, a group of aliens attack the NASA communications array to signal their home planet for invasion. Samantha, Mick, and a NASA scientist manage to warn Hopper of the threat. With the USS John Paul Jones destroyed, the surviving crew boards the USS Missouri battleship to stop the aliens. With the help of the elderly Navy veterans, they succeed in destroying the remaining alien ship and the communications array, ending the invasion threat. Hopper and Admiral Shane discuss their 'Terms of Surrender' over a meal.
When a 747 collides with a small plane, the pilot of the 747, Nancy Pryor, is forced to take over the controls and prevent the plane from crashing. With the help of a crew on the ground, Nancy fights against all odds to bring the damaged plane and its passengers to safety.
In 'The Calling', a detective and a priest must work together to stop a serial killer who is targeting local residents. As they uncover clues and follow leads, they discover a twisted plot that involves religious themes and a series of murders. With time running out, they must race against the clock to bring the killer to justice.
During the Vietnam War, a group of Navy pilots must navigate their way through air strikes, combat missions, and personal conflicts.
During a military exercise, a group of Japanese Self-Defense Forces soldiers is transported back in time to the Sengoku period. They must learn the ways of the samurai and battle against warlords to find a way back home.
84C MoPic is a found-footage movie that takes place in the Vietnam War, specifically during World War Three. It follows an army unit and their experiences in the war, highlighting themes of racism, ambition, and survival. The movie is based on a true story and is filmed from the point of view of a commanding officer. The soldiers face various challenges in the jungle and engage in shootouts with the enemy. The protagonist, a black soldier, also deals with racism within the army. Throughout the film, the soldiers talk to the camera, providing a unique perspective on the events.
Captain Clive Branch, United States Marine Corps, is stationed at a Marine base in Haiti, and is having affairs with two women, Brenda Ritchie and Helen Arnold, each of whom is married to a Marine Captain. One of the husbands is murdered, and Branch, Helen and Brenda each find themselves high on the list of suspects.
Bombers B-52 follows the story of a group of bomber pilots in the United States Air Force during the Cold War. The film explores their personal lives, relationships, and struggles, against the backdrop of the tense political climate of the era. It delves into themes of loyalty, duty, and the impact of war on individuals.
Tunes of Glory is a dramatic film set in post-World War II Scotland. It explores themes of loyalty, leadership, and the clash of personalities within a regiment. The story follows the conflict between a colonel and a major as they compete for the position of commanding officer. The film delves into the struggles faced by the soldiers, their personal lives, and the consequences of their actions. It showcases the challenges and sacrifices of military life in a captivating and thought-provoking manner.
The Way to the Stars follows the lives and loves of Royal Air Force pilots stationed at a base in Yorkshire during World War II. It explores their relationships, friendships, and the challenges they face as they fight in the war.
As commanders from the great battles of WWII go head-to-head on the battlefield, they attempt to outwit and outfight each other with strategic moves in a game of skill, bluff and counterbluff. With the lives of thousands of men at risk, the generals’ reputations hanging in the balance, the stakes are impossibly high and the pressure is on.
During the Korean War Sergeant Paul Ryker is accused of defecting to Communist China and then returning to his unit as a spy. He's court-martialed and sentenced to death but his attorney believes Ryker's innocent and asks for a new trial.
The Commanding Officer of an RAF Training School must deal with a difficult cadet, but the cadet reminds the C.O. of himself when young.
Claudio Scanna is a private in the Italian army: during his first night in a new military base he gets in a fight with senior recruits. Lieutenant Fili, Claudio's commanding officer, is denied a promotion because his superiors discover he was absent without justification during the night of the fight. Fili blames Claudio and vows to make his remaining months in the service a living hell...
Night Owls is a comedy short film from 1930 that follows the story of a vagrant who ends up spending the night in a rich man's house, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and a narrow escape from the police. The film is filled with hilarious antics, slapstick comedy, and witty dialogue that keeps the audience entertained from start to finish.
During a salvage operation, a British submarine becomes trapped underwater, leading to a tense and suspenseful battle against time to escape.
Stamboul Quest follows a woman's quest for love and her involvement in espionage activities during World War I in Constantinople. With a backdrop of danger and intrigue, she navigates through relationships and encounters with mysterious characters while striving to fulfill her desires and contribute to the war effort. This pre-code film captures the tensions and complexities of the era.