Movies and TvShows featuring "home-guard" theme.
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.
Dad’s Army is Britain’s favourite sitcom but 3 of the original 80 episodes have been lost. Now, using the original scripts by Jimmy Perry and David Croft, those three episodes have been recreated as faithfully as possible and come to the screen for the first time since 1969. The brilliant new cast includes Kevin McNally as Captain Mainwaring, Robert Bathurst as Sergeant Wilson, Kevin Eldon as Lance Corporal Jones, David Hayman as Private Frazer, Mathew Horne as Private Walker, Timothy West as Private Godfrey and Tom Rosenthal as Private Pike.
During World War II, a group of Scottish islanders face a shortage of whiskey due to food rationing. They come up with a plan to salvage whiskey from a stranded shipwreck, but face obstacles along the way.
Presented by Alexander Armstrong, this four-part brand new and exclusive series celebrates the genius and impact of the enduring classic comedy, Dad's Army, and pays tribute to the people who created it. From the very first conversation and the true stories that inspired the series, through to its long-standing legacy, we march through the entire history of the seminal sitcom. Using archive footage and newly captured interviews, the series will offer a true insight into how Dad's Army became not just a hit, but an institution.
The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp is a satirical British war film that follows the life of Colonel Blimp from his early days in the Boer War to World War II. The film explores themes of love, friendship, and honor while providing a humorous commentary on the British military and society.
Cartel Land is a documentary that provides an intimate look at the Mexican drug war and the vigilante groups that are fighting against the violent cartels. It explores the complexities and dangers of this conflict, highlighting the challenges faced by the brave individuals who are taking matters into their own hands.
During World War II, a group of disguised Nazi troops infiltrates a rural English village with plans of invasion and occupation. As the village deals with this unexpected threat, a courageous few rise up to resist the Nazis and protect their homeland, leading to a deadly confrontation filled with suspense and tragedy.
During World War II, a group of British Home Guard soldiers must defend their town against a German spy.
In the seaside town of Walmington-on-Sea, the retired men join the local Home Guard to defend their country. They face challenges and mishaps as they bumble through training and try to stop a spy from infiltrating their ranks.
During World War Two, a small Scottish island experiences a whisky drought. The islanders are devastated until a shipwreck brings them the opportunity to recover their beloved liquor. The whole community rallies together to plunder the ship, which is closely monitored by the Home Guard. Chaos ensues as everyone tries to get their hands on the precious whisky.
This Above All is a 1942 movie that tells the story of a deserter who falls in love with a nurse during the London Blitz. The film explores themes of patriotism, heroism, and class differences in society.
Listen to Britain is a documentary short film released in 1942 that captures the essence of life in Britain during World War II. It portrays various aspects of daily life, including the work of a miner, the music of an orchestra, the activities of a dance hall, and the efforts of the British military. The film highlights the resilience and unity of the British people during a time of war.
During World War Two, a doctor is called to investigate a haunting in a small village in Cornwall. As he unravels the mystery, he discovers a secret entrance to a haunted mine and uncovers a murderer connected to the village.
The story begins in 1941 and shows one of the people who which were actually, very brave and proudly fought against the Ustasha, Germans and other butchers, not related to that ideology was tied. The film is about Dr. Mladen Stojanovic legend of Kozara and Krajina, great man, humanist, friend, and finally the commander one of a the proud partisan detachment, which is that area brought for a moment bring much desired freedom.
Still Dust on the Brain is a comedy movie from 1962 about a journalist who invents a sports car. He also gets involved with the home guard, goes water skiing, and faces various challenges and mishaps.
A Diary for Timothy is a touching documentary that follows the lives of ordinary people in post-war Britain. It showcases the joy, struggles, and aspirations of a generation trying to rebuild their lives after the devastation of World War II.
The people of Britain resist the German air force and navy with help from North America. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Library and Archives Canada in 2005.
Gandy Goose joins the home guard, a ramshackle bunch of barnyard creatures that mostly march and drill. At one point, Gandy is menaced by a fifth columnist, who travels in a literal fifth column from a porch.
Propaganda short about the capital's efforts to adapt to the third year of war.
Get Cracking is a 1943 British comedy war film, directed by Marcel Varnel and starring Dinah Sheridan, Ronald Shiner and George Formby. It was produced by Marcel Varnel, Ben Henry and Columbia (British) Productions. This comedy explores the wayward rivalry between mechanic and Home Guard Lance Corporal George Singleton (George Formby) and an adversary also in the Home Guard (Ronald Shiner). When the rival Home Guard units of Major Wallop and Minor Wallop are sent on battle manoeuvres, George Singleton (Formby) launches his own unique style of commando raid against neighbouring Major Wallop to steal a Vickers machine gun. The raid fails and Singleton loses his Lance Corporal's stripe, so he and a little evacuee girl named Irene (Vera Frances) decide to fall back on 'Plan B' - to build their very own tank.